Vehicle Maintenance theory test questions
Checks, wear, fluids, and upkeep. Below are 8 of the 77 vehicle maintenance questions in PassMonkey, each with the correct answer and why it is right. The real test draws its 40 questions from across all seven categories.
1.What should a driver check when parking their vehicle?
- AThat the roadway is adequately lit.
- BThat the vehicle is at least 15 centimetres from the kerb.
- CThat they comply with mandatory road markings and signs.
Correct answer: C. Drivers should ensure when parking their vehicle on a roadway that they comply with all relevant road markings and road signs posted, e.g. a driver should not park opposite a continuous white line.
2.How should an L plate be composed?
- AA green L on a white background.
- BA red L on a transparent background.
- CA white L on a red background.
- DA red L on a white background.
Correct answer: D. L plates should be displayed front and rear. The plates should be a red L on a white background and should be not less than 15 cm high with a border of at least 2 cm. A learner motorcyclist must wear a yellow tabard displaying L plates front and rear. The L plates must be not less than 15 cm high on a white background.
3.Where can drivers locate the Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) of their vehicle?
- AOn a metal plate on the vehicle.
- BOn the tax disc.
- COn the NCT disc.
- DOn the insurance disc.
Correct answer: A. The plate displaying the Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) of a vehicle is normally located under the bonnet or in the passenger compartment. If you are not sure where it is located on your vehicle, check the driver’s handbook supplied with the vehicle.
4.Which of the following statements is true in relation to tyre pressure and driving on a motorway?
- AThe driver should increase the rear tyre pressure in order to cope with sustained high speed.
- BThe driver should reduce tyre pressure because high speeds will cause them to heat up.
- CThe driver should ensure that tyre pressure is correct, in line with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
- DThe driver should increase the front tyre pressure in order to cope with sustained high speed.
Correct answer: C. The driver should ensure that the tyre pressure of their vehicle is correct at all times. Correct tyre pressure is especially important when travelling long distances, on motorways and at speed.
5.In general, how frequently should a vehicle’s lights be checked?
- AWhen wintertime approaches.
- BDaily before driving.
- CAt major service intervals.
- DAt minor service intervals.
Correct answer: B. A driver is responsible for their vehicle’s roadworthiness and they should check it daily before driving. Among the checks they should make are that all the lights are clean and in working order.
6.What effect can a broken lens have on headlights?
- AIt can cause the bulb to overheat.
- BIt can reduce and distort the beam.
- CIt can increase the brightness of the beam in the other headlight.
- DIt can cause other bulbs to blow if not fixed immediately.
Correct answer: B. A driver is responsible for their vehicle’s roadworthiness and they should check it at regular intervals. Among the checks they should make are that all the lights are in working order. If they find defects in the lights, such as a broken lens, they should have them repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
7.A driver wishes to drive at night, but the offside (right-hand side) headlight bulb is blown. What should the driver do?
- ANot drive until the bulb is replaced.
- BReplace it temporarily with the brake-light bulb.
- CDrive with the hazard lights on.
- DReplace it temporarily with the nearside (left-hand side) bulb.
Correct answer: A. A driver is responsible for their vehicle’s roadworthiness and they should check it at regular intervals. Drivers must not drive on the road unless their vehicle’s headlights are in good working order, adjusted properly and clean.
8.What is the purpose of the red reflectors at the rear of a vehicle?
- AThey warn the driver behind to switch to main beam.
- BThey reflect light at night to make other road users aware of the vehicle.
- CThey warn pedestrians of the vehicle’s location.
- DThey are a substitute in case of brake-light failure.
Correct answer: B. Motor vehicles are fitted with red reflectors to make it easier to be seen by other road users. Drivers should keep reflectors clean, intact and check them by shining a light on them to make sure that they are working effectively. Whilst driving, drivers should be cautious as red reflectors may be an indication of both parked/stationery or moving vehicles ahead.