Rule 157 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 157. There are 5 questions in this test. You need to answer 4 out of 5 to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!

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1. What types of vehicles are not legal for road use according to Highway Code Rule 157? Give one answer

A Electric cars and bicycles
B Miniature motorcycles and motorised scooters
C Motorbikes and mopeds
D Quad bikes and hoverboards

Correct Answer: B Miniature motorcycles and motorised scooters
Explanation: Miniature motorcycles and motorised scooters do not meet road vehicle requirements and are illegal on roads and pavements.

2. Under which Act is it illegal to use mini motos on roads and pavements? Give one answer

A Public Highways Act 1972
B Road Traffic Act 1988
C Transport Act 1962
D Vehicle and Road Safety Act 1990

Correct Answer: B Road Traffic Act 1988
Explanation: The Road Traffic Act 1988 includes legislation making it illegal to use vehicles like mini motos on roads and pavements.

3. What are mini motos also known as? Give one answer

A Compact scooters
B Miniature motorcycles
C Pocket bikes
D Small quads

Correct Answer: B Miniature motorcycles
Explanation: Mini motos are referred to as miniature motorcycles in the Highway Code Rule 157.

4. Which paths are off-limits for motorised scooters as per Rule 157? Give one answer

A Main roads, motorways, dual carriageways
B Pavements, footpaths, cycle paths, bridleways
C Public squares, pedestrian zones, malls
D Racing tracks, private lanes, driveways

Correct Answer: B Pavements, footpaths, cycle paths, bridleways
Explanation: Motorised scooters are not allowed on pavements, footpaths, cycle paths, or bridleways according to Rule 157.

5. Which power sources are mentioned for prohibited vehicles in Rule 157? Give one answer

A Battery and steam power
B Electric and internal combustion engines
C Solar and hydroelectric power
D Wind and gas power

Correct Answer: B Electric and internal combustion engines
Explanation: Rule 157 specifies electric or internal combustion engines as the power sources for the prohibited

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