Free ADI Band 3 Theory Test

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Free ADI Band 3 Theory Test

Band 3: Driving Test, Disabilities and the Law

  • Covers: DVSA test process, driving law, and disability awareness.
  • Why it matters: You’ll guide pupils through the test and support diverse needs.
  • Tips: Read DVSA guidelines. Understand test criteria and legal responsibilities of instructors.

Explanation

All vehicles must display parking lights when parked on a road with a speed limit greater than 30 mph. Park in the direction of the traffic flow so that your parked vehicle isn't mistaken for a moving vehicle.

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How should you park when you leave your vehicle overnight on a road that has a 40 mph speed limit?

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Explanation

Parking near a pedestrian crossing creates an obstruction that prevents both drivers and pedestrians from having a clear view. Careless parking is selfish and could endanger other road users.

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Where is parking prohibited?

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Explanation

Don't park less than 10 metres (32 feet) from a junction (unless in an authorised parking place). At night, park in the direction of the traffic, so that your car's red reflectors show to passing drivers. You must use your parking lights when parking at night on a road, or in a lay-by on a road, where the speed limit is over 30 mph.

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You’re driving at night on a road that has a 30 mph speed limit. You find somewhere to park near a junction. How close to the junction are you allowed to park?

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Explanation

A category B driving entitlement is normally valid until a person's 70th birthday. The new photocard licence needs to be updated every 10 years; this is to keep the photograph up to date.

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At what age does category B driving entitlement normally expire?

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Explanation

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency will need to know that your pupil is profoundly deaf to make the appropriate booking arrangements. This should be recorded when booking the test. Approved driving instructors should be able to help any pupil with their application for a theory test or a practical driving test.

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Your pupil, who is profoundly deaf, intends to apply for a driving test. What advice should you give them about their application?

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Explanation

A 16 year old may drive a car if they're in receipt of the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment. However, if the enhanced rate is withdrawn, the normal minimum age for driving a car (17 years old) will then apply.

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What’s the minimum driving age for a person receiving the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment?

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Explanation

If your pupil makes a minor error when carrying out a reversing exercise, even during their driving test, it's acceptable to correct the problem before it develops into a serious fault. The correction must be carried out safely.

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You’re teaching your pupil how to reverse a car into a side road on the left. What should you teach them to do if the rear nearside tyre gently touches the kerb?

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Explanation

Double white lines along the centre of the road are usually found in places where there's a poor view ahead, usually caused by bends in the road. When the line nearest to you is solid, you may cross it to pass a stationary vehicle, providing that it's safe to do so.

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You’re driving on a two-way road. There are double solid white lines along the centre of the road. What should you do if there’s a stationary vehicle parked on the left?

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Explanation

A successful candidate with vision in only one eye will be given an unrestricted pass certificate. As with all drivers, the licensing authority (DVLA) must be notified of any medical conditions when applying for a licence, and when those conditions develop or change.

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A car driving-test candidate with sight in only one eye passes the test. What restriction will the examiner place on their licence?

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Explanation

Passengers over 14 years old are responsible for wearing a seat belt when travelling in a vehicle, unless they're exempt. A responsible driver will make sure that passengers have fastened their seat belts before setting off.

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Who’s responsible for ensuring that a 16 year-old passenger wears a seat belt?

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Explanation

Alcohol remains in the body for several hours; this may make you unfit to drive a long time after having an alcoholic drink. If you know you'll be driving, the safest course is to avoid drinking any alcohol.

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You’re invited to a pub lunch. What’s your best course of action if you know that you’ll have to drive in the evening?

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Explanation

The sign shows a mandatory cycle lane, and drivers mustn't park or drive in it during its times of operation. The lane will be marked by a solid white line on the road. Where the cycle lane is advisory, it will be marked by a broken white line. There'll also be a similar sign that shows a cycle on a blue background but without the lane represented. Don't drive in this lane unless it's unavoidable.

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When can car drivers use a cycle lane identified by this sign?

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Explanation

Fog lights will help others see you, but they must only be used if visibility is seriously reduced. You must turn fog lights off when visibility improves, to avoid dazzling other road users.

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When may you use your front fog lights?

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Explanation

Fog lights should only be used when visibility is seriously reduced. They must be switched off when visibility improves, to avoid dazzling other road users.

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You’re driving with your front fog lights switched on. What must you do if the fog has cleared?

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Explanation

You must stop if you've been involved in a collision that results in any injury or damage. You must also be able to produce your driving licence when a police officer asks to see it. If you can't do this at the time, you may be asked to take it to a police station within a certain period. You may also be asked to show a valid insurance certificate and a valid MOT certificate.

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You’re involved in a traffic incident. Which document will you need to produce for a police officer?

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Explanation

If a driver accumulates 12 or more penalty points within a three-year period, they must be disqualified. This will be for a minimum period of six months and may be longer if the driver has previously been disqualified.

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A driver (not subject to the New Drivers Act) will be disqualified if they accumulate 12 or more penalty points within what period of time?

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Explanation

An amber flashing light on a vehicle indicates that it's slow-moving. Mobility scooters used by disabled people are limited to no more than 8 mph. On dual carriageways, they must display an amber flashing light.

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Which vehicle should display a flashing amber light when it’s being used on a dual carriageway?

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Explanation

You mustn't sound your vehicle's horn in a built-up area while stationary on the road, or between the hours of 11.30 pm and 7.00 am. The exception is if another road user poses a danger.

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When may you use your vehicle’s horn while you’re driving in a built-up area?

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Explanation

Using a hand-held mobile phone while you're driving is illegal. Driving requires all of your attention, all of the time. Any distraction, however brief, is potentially dangerous and could affect your control of the vehicle. Even using a hands-free system will distract you. The only safe way is to switch your phone off and make or pick up calls when you stop for a rest break.

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Why is it illegal to use a hand-held mobile phone while you’re driving?

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Explanation

When a physically disabled driver passes their driving test in a specially adapted vehicle, the licence issued will include restrictions. These will require the necessary modifications to be fitted to any vehicle they drive.

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A physically disabled driver passes their driving test in a specially adapted vehicle. How will their driving licence be restricted?

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