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Rule 163 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 163. There are 6 questions in this test. You need to answer 5 out of 6 to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!

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1. What is the first step before overtaking as per Rule 163? Give one answer
A Flashing your headlights
B Honking to signal your intent
C Not getting too close to the vehicle you intend to overtake
D Speeding up immediately
Correct Answer: C Not getting too close to the vehicle you intend to overtake
Explanation: Rule 163 advises not to get too close to the vehicle you intend to overtake as the first step.
2. What should you do before moving out to overtake? Give one answer
A Follow another overtaking vehicle
B Overtake without signalling
C Rely only on the rearview mirror
D Use mirrors, signal, and check the blind spot
Correct Answer: D Use mirrors, signal, and check the blind spot
Explanation: Rule 163 suggests using mirrors, signalling, and checking the blind spot before moving out to overtake.
3. How should you overtake a vehicle according to Rule 163? Give one answer
A Ignore the speed of the vehicle being overtaken
B Move quickly past and allow plenty of room
C Overtake on the right side only
D Overtake slowly and closely
Correct Answer: B Move quickly past and allow plenty of room
Explanation: Rule 163 recommends moving quickly past the vehicle and allowing plenty of room when overtaking.
4. What is the advised overtaking clearance for cyclists at speeds up to 30mph? Give one answer
A At least 0.5 metres
B At least 1.5 metres
C At least 3 metres
D No specific distance is required
Correct Answer: B At least 1.5 metres
Explanation: Rule 163 states to leave at least 1.5 metres when overtaking cyclists at speeds up to 30mph.
5. When can you overtake on the left according to Rule 163? Give one answer
A If the vehicle in front is signalling to turn right and there is room
B In heavy traffic conditions
C On motorways only
D Whenever the left lane is free
Correct Answer: A If the vehicle in front is signalling to turn right and there is room
Explanation: Rule 163 allows overtaking on the left if the vehicle in front is signalling to turn right and there is room to do so.
6. What should you do when passing parked vehicles or obstructions on your side of the road? Give one answer
A Accelerate and pass quickly
B Drive closer to the obstruction
C Give way to oncoming vehicles
D Honk to alert pedestrians
Correct Answer: C Give way to oncoming vehicles
Explanation: Rule 163 advises giving way to oncoming vehicles before passing parked vehicles or obstructions.