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At the start of the practical
test you will be
asked two questions relating to
safety and or maintenance of
your vehicle and the operation
of certain vehicle controls. For
one the examiner will ask you to
‘show me’ how to check
something, and the other he/she
will ask you to ‘tell me’ how to
check something. One or both
questions answered incorrectly
will result in one driving fault
being recorded.
Below are the pairs of
questions, from which you will
be asked to answer one pair.
If you have
any queries about this part of
your practical test you should
consult your instructor.
The source
material is to be found in
the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) publication
'Driving the essential skills'
and ' The official DSA driving
test'. Advice and information on
how to carry out vehicle safety
checks can also be found in the
vehicle manufacturer's
handbook.
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Pair 1
Show me how you would
check that the direction indicators are working.
Applying the
indicators or hazard warning switch and check
functioning of all indicators. (may need to
switch ignition on, prompt not to start engine)
Tell me how you would
check that the brakes are working before
starting a journey.
Brakes should not
feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as
you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one
side.
Pair 2
Identify where the
windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how
you would check the windscreen washer level.
Open bonnet,
identify reservoir and explain how to check
level.
Show me how you would
check that the brake lights are working on this
car. (I can assist you, if you need to switch
the ignition on, please don't start the engine)
Operate brake pedal,
make use of reflections in windows, garage
doors, etc, or ask someone to help. (may need to
switch ignition on, prompt not to start engine)
Pair 3
Show me / explain how
you would check that the power assisted steering
is working before starting a journey.
If the steering
becomes heavy the system may not be working
properly. Before starting a journey two simple
checks can be made. Gentle pressure on the
steering wheel, maintained while the engine is
started, should result in a slight but
noticeable movement as the system begins to
operate.
Alternatively
turning the steering wheel just after moving off
will give an immediate indication that the power
assistance is functioning.
Tell me where you would
find the information for the recommended tyre
pressures for this car and how tyre pressures
should be checked.
Manufacturer’s
guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and
adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t
forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.
Pair 4
Show me how you would
check the parking brake (handbrake) for
excessive wear, make sure you keep safe control
of the vehicle.
Apply footbrake
firmly. Demonstrate by applying parking brake
(handbrake) so that when it is fully applied it
secures itself, and is not at the end of the
working travel.
Identify where the
windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how
you would check the windscreen washer level.
Identify reservoir
and explain how to check level.
Pair 5
Open the bonnet,
identify where you would check the engine oil
level and tell me how you would check that the
engine has sufficient oil.
Open the bonnet,
Identify dipstick / oil level indicator,
describe check of oil level against the
minimum/maximum markers.
Tell me where you would
find the information for the recommended tyre
pressures for this car and how tyre pressures
should be checked.
Manufacturer’s
guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and
adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t
forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.
Pair 6
Open the bonnet,
identify where you would check the engine
coolant level and tell me how you would check
that the engine has the correct level.
Open the bonnet,
identify high/low level markings on header tank
where fitted or radiator filler cap, and
describe how to top up to correct level.
Tell me how you make
sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted
so it provides the best protection in the event
of a crash.
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, and as close to the back of the
head as is comfortable. N.B. Some restraints
might not be adjustable.
Pair 7
Open the bonnet,
identify where the brake fluid reservoir is and
tell me how you would check that you have a safe
level of hydraulic brake fluid.
Open the bonnet,
identify reservoir, check level against high/low
markings.
Tell me how you would
check the tyres to ensure that they have
sufficient tread depth and that their general
condition is safe to use on the road.
The tyres should
have no cuts or bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth
across the central ¾ of the breadth of the tyre
and around the entire outer circumference.
Pair 8
Show me how you would
check that the horn is working (off road only).
Check is carried out
by pressing the horn control (turn on ignition
if necessary).
Tell me how you would
check the tyres to ensure that they have
sufficient tread depth and that their general
condition is safe to use on the road.
The tyres should
have no cuts or bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth
across the central ¾ of the breadth of the tyre
and around the entire outer circumference.
Pair 9
Tell me how you would
check that the brakes are working before
starting a journey.
Brakes should not
feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as
you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one
side.
Show me how you would
clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer
and wipers
Operate control to
wash and wipe windscreen (turn ignition on if
necessary).
Pair 10
Tell me how you would
check that the headlights & tail lights are
working. (No need to exit vehicle)
Explain you would
operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary),
then walk round vehicle. (As this is a "Tell Me"
question, there is no need to physically check
the lights.)
Show me how you would
set the demister controls to clear all the
windows effectively, this should include both
front and rear screens
Set all relevant
controls including; fan, temperature, air
direction / source and heated screen to clear
windscreen and windows. Engine does not have to
be started for this demonstration.
Pair 11
Show me how you would
switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when
you would use it/them. (No need to exit vehicle)
Operate switch (turn
on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary).
Check warning light is on. Explain use.
Tell me how you would
know if there was a problem with your anti lock
braking system
Warning light should
illuminate if there is a fault with the anti
lock braking system
Pair 12
Show me how you would
check that the brake lights are working on this
car. (I can assist you, if you need to switch
the ignition on, please don't start the engine)
Operate brake pedal,
make use of reflections in windows, garage
doors, etc, or ask someone to help. (may need to
switch ignition on, prompt not to start engine)
Tell me how you would
check that the headlights & tail lights are
working. (No need to exit vehicle)
Explain you would
operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary),
then walk round vehicle. (As this is a "Tell Me"
question, there is no need to physically check
the lights.)
Pair 13
Show me how you switch
your headlight from dipped to main beam and
explain how you would know the main beam is on
whilst inside the car.
Operate switch (with
ignition or engine on if necessary), check with
main beam warning light
Tell me how you would
know if there was a problem with your anti lock
braking system
Warning light should
illuminate if there is a fault with the anti
lock braking system.
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