UK Car Theory: Safety and Your Vehicle Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is Do any of the above.

The drag on a roof rack can increase fuel consumption by more than 15%. If your car's roof rack is removable, take it off when it's not in use. Running air conditioning continuously may increase fuel consumption by about 15%. Use air conditioning only when you really need it. Opening your windows will also increase drag and, consequently, fuel consumption while you are driving.

Not quite. The answer is Open the bonnet, find the coolant reservoir, and check its fluid level against the gauge on the side.

You should open the bonnet and locate the coolant reservoir. The coolant reservoir is usually towards the front of the car, near the radiator. Typically, the reservoir is translucent with a gauge on the side. Check the fluid level against the gauge. Your radiator may not have enough fluid if your coolant reservoir is low. Your radiator should be full to the cap. WARNING: You should not be required to check the radiator itself for this test. Opening your radiator cap after your vehicle has been running is extremely dangerous. The radiator will be full of hot coolant under pressure. Removing the cap while the coolant is hot can result in severe steam and coolant burns.

Not quite. The answer is Yours

It is the driver's responsibility to make sure that all passengers under 14 years of age are wearing seat belts.

Not quite. The answer is To convert toxic pollutants in exhaust gas to less toxic pollutants

A catalytic converter is a vehicle emissions control device that converts toxic pollutants (such as unburnt hydrocarbons) in exhaust gas to less toxic pollutants (such as carbon dioxide).

Not quite. The answer is Turn on your hazard lights. Then walk around and check.

Activate your hazard warning lights, make sure your parking brake is engaged, and walk around your car to check that they are all working. Sometimes you may notice that your indicators are flashing unusually fast. This may be a sign that one of your indicator bulbs has blown.

Not quite. The answer is Lock them away out of sight.

Many thieves are opportunistic. If they see something they like inside your vehicle, they might break into it. By locking valuables out of sight, you can reduce the risk of theft considerably.

Not quite. The answer is Make sure your windscreen is clean.

To reduce the dazzling effect from the sun, it's advisable to keep your windscreen clean at all times.

Not quite. The answer is Check the level indicator on the reservoir under the bonnet.

You can check your washer fluid level by checking the reservoir under the bonnet. In many vehicles, the reservoir is translucent, enabling you to view the fluid level at a glance. Open the lid and look inside the reservoir if you cannot see the fluid through it.

Not quite. The answer is Turn on your ignition, parking brake, and lights. Walk around your car and check if they are working.

Turn on your ignition if necessary, set your parking brake, and switch on your lights. Walk around the car and check that all your headlights and taillights are functioning.

Not quite. The answer is Turn on your ignition and hold down the windscreen washer button until the windscreen is clean.

Turn on your ignition and press the windscreen washer button until the windscreen is clean. In newer cars, the windscreen wipers engage automatically.

Not quite. The answer is The rigid area of the headrest should be comfortably at or above eye height.

The rigid area of the headrest should be at or above eye height and the headrest should be positioned comfortably. A properly adjusted headrest will help protect your neck in the event of an accident.

Not quite. The answer is Use a pressure gauge to check whether the pressure matches the figure in the car's manual.

You will need to check each tyre individually. For each tyre, remove the valve cap. Then firmly apply a tyre pressure gauge to the valve and check the reading. Don't forget to replace the valve cap once you have finished. The recommended tyre pressures are listed in the car's manual. (Some manufacturers now offer online versions of the manuals.) Some cars also have their tyre pressures listed on a placard on the inside of the fuel door.

Not quite. The answer is Pour the oil in slowly, pausing frequently to check the dipstick.

If you are unsure, take your time. Slowly pour the oil in and pause frequently to check the oil level. Each time, give the oil a moment to drain to the bottom of the engine before you check the dipstick. You don't want to overfill.

Not quite. The answer is get your brakes checked straight away.

If the anti-lock brake warning light is on, you should get your brakes checked straight away. You should still have normal braking ability, but you may not have the anti-lock braking system's assistance in preventing skids.

Not quite. The answer is The ABS light on the dash will appear after the car has started.

You know there is a problem with your ABS if the ABS warning light on the dash appears after the car has started. It is normal for the ABS light to briefly appear while the car is starting.

Not quite. The answer is Visit your local mechanic as soon as possible.

If your car pulls to one side when you brake, your brakes may need maintenance. You should take your vehicle to a qualified mechanic as soon as possible.

Not quite. The answer is Make sure you are off the road and press the horn - but only if no other vehicles are present.

Press the horn to test it. You may need to turn on the ignition for the horn to work. You should not test the horn on the road because it might startle or confuse nearby motorists.

Not quite. The answer is You, the driver

As the driver, you are legally responsible for ensuring that the children in your vehicle are wearing seat belts or child restraints. You should remind them to buckle up, and double-check that they are fastened.

Not quite. The answer is they are exempted for medical reasons.

The only time that a passenger does not have to wear a seat belt is if the person has been exempted for medical reasons. Otherwise, as the driver, you are responsible for making sure that the person wears one.

Not quite. The answer is passengers exempt for health reasons.

You can be exempted from wearing a seat belt or another restraint only on medical grounds.