Show Me Questions
The 'Show Me' vehicle safety questions that driving examiners can ask in car driving tests.
When it is safe to do so, can you show me how you would wash and clean the rear windscreen?
When it is safe to do so, can you show me how you would wash and clean the front windscreen?
When it is safe to do so, can you show me how you would switch on your dipped headlights?
When it is safe to do so, can you show me how you would set the rear demister?
When it is safe to do so, can you show me how you would operate the horn?
When it is safe to do so, can you show me how you would demist the front windscreen?
When it is safe to do so, can you show me how you would open and close the side window?
Tell Me Questions
The 'Tell Me' vehicle safety questions that driving examiners can ask in car driving tests.
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Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side.
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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.
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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. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable.
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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.
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Explain you’d operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk round vehicle (as this is a ‘tell me’ question, you don’t need to physically check the lights).
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Warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system.
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Explain you would operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk round vehicle (as this is a ‘tell me ‘Question, you don’t need to physically check the lights).
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Explain you would operate the brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help.