Master the “Show Me, Tell Me” Driving Test Questions

You will be asked 2 vehicle safety questions on your UK practical driving test: 1 ‘tell me’ question before driving and 1 ‘show me’ question while driving. Learn the exact answers below to guarantee zero minors.

14 Tell Me Questions

7 Show Me Questions

4 Under-The-Bonnet Checks

Test Format Note: The examiner will ask you ONE of these ‘tell me’ questions right at the start of your test before you drive. You explain verbally; you do not need to drive yet.

Exact Answer To Give Examiner:

“Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. You should test them as you set off in first gear; the car should come to a smooth stop and must not pull to one side.”

Examiner Secret Tip: Don't accelerate fast — just move off a yard or two and press the foot brake gently.

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Master the “Show Me, Tell Me” Driving Test Questions

1. How would you check that the brakes are working before starting a journey?

2. Where would you find recommended tyre pressures for this car and how should they be checked?

3. How do you make sure the head restraint is correctly adjusted for crash protection?

4. How would you check tyres for sufficient tread depth and safe road condition?

5. How would you check that headlights and tail lights are working without exiting the car?

6. How would you know if there was a problem with the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)?

7. How would you check that the direction indicators are working?

8. How would you check that the brake lights are working on this car?

9. How would you check that the power-assisted steering is working before a journey?

10. How would you switch on rear fog light(s) and when would you use them?

11. How do you switch from dipped to main beam and know main beam is on?

12. Open the bonnet: How would you check the engine has sufficient oil?

13. Open the bonnet: How would you check the engine coolant level?

14. Open the bonnet: How would you check the brake fluid reservoir?

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