TradeExamPro

Road practice questions

24 questions from the LGV theory and Driver CPC (UK) practice test.

Start practising

Road practice test

10 questions, graded as you go, with the reason for every answer. No sign-up.

What this covers

Sample questions

A red X is shown above a lane on a smart motorway. What does it mean?

  1. The lane is for lorries only
  2. A 50 mph limit applies in the lane
  3. The lane ends in 800 yards
  4. The lane is closed; do not drive in it
Show the answer

D. The lane is closed; do not drive in it

A red X means the lane is closed, often to protect people or a stopped vehicle ahead, and driving in it is an offence. It is not an advisory signal and no speed is permitted in that lane.

Reference: The Highway Code, Rule 258

A lorry breaks down on the hard shoulder of a motorway. Where should the driver wait?

  1. In the cab with the seat belt fastened
  2. On the hard shoulder behind the lorry
  3. Behind the barrier, away from traffic
  4. In front of the lorry, facing traffic
Show the answer

C. Behind the barrier, away from traffic

After leaving the vehicle by the nearside, the driver should wait behind the safety barrier and well away from the carriageway. Staying in or beside the vehicle puts the driver at risk if it is struck.

Reference: The Highway Code, Rules 275 to 278

On an ordinary road (not a motorway), how far behind a broken-down vehicle should a warning triangle be placed?

  1. At least 10 metres
  2. At least 45 metres
  3. At least 25 metres
  4. At least 100 metres
Show the answer

B. At least 45 metres

A triangle should go at least 45 m (147 ft) behind the vehicle on the same side of the road. Triangles should never be used on motorways.

Reference: The Highway Code, Rule 274

Other topics