Safety questions for vehicles for UK DVSA driving examby Bogdan Ciocoiu Welcome to your Safety questions for vehicles for UK DVSA Name Email 1. Let me know how you'd know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system. I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. 2. Please tell me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you'd know the main beam is on. Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. 3. Please tell me how you'd check that the power-assisted steering is working before starting a journey. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. 4. Please tell me how you'd check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. 5. Please tell me how you'd check that the brakes are working before starting a journey. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. 6. Let me know how you'd switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you'd use it/them. You don't need to exit the vehicle. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to hel If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. 7. Please tell me how you ensure your head restraint is correctly adjusted to provide the best protection in the event of a crash. Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. 8. Let me know how you'd check whether this car's brake lights are working. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. 9. Please tell me how you'd check that the direction indicators are working. You don't need to exit the vehicle. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. 10. Let me know how you'd check that the headlights and tail lights are working. You don't need to exit the vehicle. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. 11. Let me know where you'd find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked. A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system. Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk around the vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to check the lights physically). The brakes should not feel spongy or slack and should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side. If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working correctly. Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam war Manufacturer's guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don't forget spare tyres, and remember to refit valve caps. Explain that you'd operate the brake pedal, use reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help. I would want to observe no cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre. The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable. Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use. 1 out of Time is Up! Time's up
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