driving test show me tell me qustions

Tell me how you'd check that the breaks are working before starting a journey

Breaks should feel firm and not touch the floor

Tell me where you'd find the information for the recommended typre pressures for this car and how type pressures should be checked

In the manufacturer's guide, check and adjust the pressures when tyres are cold. Use a tyre gauge

Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crah

The restraint should have the rigid part at least as high as the top of your ears and as close to the head as comfortably possible.

Tell me how you'd check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is road safe

No cuts and bulges. 1.6 mm of tread depth on the centre 3 quaters as well as the entire outer side of the tyre

Tell me how you'd check that the headlights and tail lights are working.

Make sure the ignition is on and use the switch. Then I'd walk around the car and check if the lights are on.

Tell me how you'd know if there was a problem with your anti-lock breaking system (ABS)

A warning light would come on

Tell me how you'd check the direction indicators are working

Make sure the ignition is on and use the switch. Then I'd walk around the car and check if the lights are on.

Tell me how you'd check the brake lights are working on this car

I'd use the break pedal and use a reflective surface or ask someone else to check the lights

Tell me how you'd check the power-assisted steering is working

Gentle pressure on the steering wheel while the engine is started will cause a small movement and turning the steering wheel just after starting to move will tell you if it's working

Tell me how you'd switch on the rear fog light and explain when you'd use them

Make sure ignition is on, use the switch and check the warning lights . Only when visibility is low

Tell me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you'd know main beam is on

Make sure ignition is on, use the switch and check the warning lights

Open the bonnet and tell me how you'd check the engine has sufficient oil

The release is in the passenger footwell. Find the dipstick and dip it then make sure it's between the 2 lines

Open the bonnet and tell me how you'd check that the engine has sufficient engine coolant

The release is in the passenger footwell. Identify low and high markers and describe how to fill it up

Open the bonnet and tell me how you'd check theat you have a safe level of break fluid

The release is in the passenger footwell. Identify the reservoir and check the high and low level markings