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

Red rear reflectors show up when headlights shine on them. These are useful when you're parked at night but will only reflect if you park in the same direction as the traffic flow. Normally you should park on the left, but if you're in a one-way street you may also park on the right-hand side.

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You’re driving at night. When can you park on the right-hand side of a road?

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Explanation

Anyone who accompanies a learner car driver must hold a full EC/EEA licence for the category of vehicle being driven, and they must have held it for at least 3 years. They must also be at least 21 years old. This applies even if they're just helping a friend and no money is exchanged.

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What rules apply to anyone who accompanies a learner driver while they drive on the road?

 

Explanation

The driver must ensure that all passengers under 14 years of age wear a seat belt or sit in an approved child restraint. A child under 3 years of age, who's travelling in the front seat of a car, must use an approved child restraint.

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A child under 3 years old is travelling in the front seat of a car. What must the driver ensure?

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Explanation

Dual carriageways and motorways share the same 70 mph national speed limit for cars and motorcycles. If a car or motorcycle is towing a trailer, then this maximum permitted speed is reduced to 60 mph.

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What’s the national speed limit for a car on a dual carriageway?

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Explanation

Before you drive a vehicle on the road, you must hold a driving licence for the class of vehicle being driven. You must also be covered by a minimum of third-party insurance while driving that vehicle.

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What do you need before you can drive legally?

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Explanation

Careless or thoughtless parking can create problems for other people. For example, if the kerb has been lowered to enable wheelchair access, then keep it clear. Don't park on the pavement, as this may create danger for pedestrians, who will have to move into the road to pass your vehicle. Think about the effect your parking will have on others.

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Where would parking be likely to cause an obstruction?

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Explanation

The maximum permitted speed for a car on a motorway is 70 mph, but if a car is towing a caravan or trailer, the speed limit is reduced to 60 mph. Also, vehicles towing trailers may not use the right-hand lane of a motorway that has more than two lanes.

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What’s the speed limit on a motorway for a car towing a trailer?

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Explanation

Drivers mustn't park or drive in a cycle lane that's marked by a solid white line during its periods of operation. At other times, when the lane isn't in operation, you should be aware that there may be cyclists in the area.

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You’re driving along a road that has a cycle lane marked by a solid white line. What does it mean if the road sign shows that the cycle lane is in operation?

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70

Explanation

It's illegal to use a mobile phone while you're driving (except for genuine emergencies). Driving requires your total attention and concentration at all times. Using a mobile phone will distract you and increase your chances of having a collision. Even using a hands-free system will distract you. Be safe: switch off your phone before you start driving and pick up any messages when you stop for a break.

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When can you use a mobile phone while you’re driving?

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Explanation

Only use your fog lights when visibility is seriously reduced. Use dipped headlights at other times when visibility is poor. Your headlights and tail lights help others on the road to see you. It may be necessary to turn them on during the day if visibility is reduced; for example, due to heavy rain.

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What lights should you use if daytime visibility is poor but not seriously reduced?

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Explanation

A pedestrian who's carrying a white cane with a red band or bands is both blind and deaf. This makes them very vulnerable, since they can neither see nor hear you approaching.

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What does it mean if you see a pedestrian carrying a white cane that has a red band or bands wrapped around it?

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69

Explanation

If there are double white lines along the centre of the road and the line nearest you is continuous, you mustn't cross or straddle the line, except in specific circumstances. These include to enter premises or a side road, or to pass a stationary vehicle. You may also overtake a bicycle, horse, or road maintenance vehicle, provided they're travelling at 10 mph or less. You mustn't park on such a road, but you may stop to pick up or set down passengers.

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You’re driving on a road that has double white lines along the centre of the road. The line nearest you is continuous. When may you cross this line to overtake?

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68

Explanation

Drivers and passengers must normally wear seat belts. However, a driver may remove their seat belt when carrying out an exercise that involves reversing; this also applies to driving instructors while supervising such manoeuvres.

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You’re teaching a pupil how to turn the vehicle around. Can you remove your seat belt while you’re teaching this exercise?

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Explanation

For safety reasons, any dual accelerator must be removed before a vehicle can be used by a candidate for their driving test.

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What rules apply to a car that’s being used for a driving test?

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Explanation

Some vehicles are prohibited from using the motorway. These include motorcycles under 50 cc, cyclists, horse riders, agricultural vehicles and powered wheelchairs/mobility scooters.

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Which vehicles aren’t permitted to use motorways?

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Explanation

You must be medically fit to drive. All issues relating to alcohol, drugs or health have to be reported to the DVLA Drivers Medical Group or, in Northern Ireland, the DVA Drivers Medical Section. If a licence is revoked for any health-related reason, you must reapply to the relevant medical branch and satisfy them that you're now fit to drive before they'll issue the appropriate licence for the category you require.

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A driver is convicted of drinking and driving twice within 10 years. They wish to have their licence returned. Who do they have to satisfy that they don’t have an alcohol problem?

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Explanation

Any more weight than this will take the vehicle into a different category, therefore making it unsuitable for a category B driving test.

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What’s the maximum authorised mass (MAM) of a category B vehicle?

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Explanation

To park at night without lights, you must comply with certain conditions. The road must be subject to a 30 mph speed limit, or less. Parking too close to a junction or facing the flow of traffic could confuse and cause danger for other road users.

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In some circumstances, you’re allowed to park your car on the road at night without lights. It must be facing in the direction of traffic flow and at least 10 metres (32 feet) from any junction. What other restriction applies?

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Explanation

If a disabled driver passes their driving test in a specifically adapted motor car, the driving licence issued will restrict them to driving vehicles fitted with the necessary adaptations.

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What sort of pass certificate will the examiner issue if a disabled driver passes their driving test in a specifically adapted motor car?

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Explanation

When parking at night, park in the direction of the traffic flow. This will enable other road users to see the reflectors on the rear of your vehicle. You must also use parking lights where the speed limit is more than 30 mph.

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What should you do when you park a vehicle overnight on a road with a 40 mph speed limit?

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