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Rule 165 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 165. There are 4 questions in this test. You need to answer 3 out of 4 to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!

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1. When MUST you NOT overtake according to Rule 165? Give one answer
A If crossing double white lines with a solid line nearest to you
B In a 30mph speed limit zone
C Near traffic lights
D On a single carriageway
Correct Answer: A If crossing double white lines with a solid line nearest to you
Explanation: Rule 165 states that overtaking is prohibited if it involves crossing double white lines with a solid line nearest to you.
2. Where is overtaking not allowed as per Rule 165? Give one answer
A In a residential area
B In an area divided by a solid white line
C On a dual carriageway
D On a motorway
Correct Answer: B In an area divided by a solid white line
Explanation: Overtaking is not allowed in areas designed to divide traffic and surrounded by a solid white line.
3. What should you not do at a pedestrian crossing according to Rule 165? Give one answer
A Honk to alert pedestrians
B Overtake the nearest vehicle to the crossing
C Speed up to cross before pedestrians
D Stop on the crossing
Correct Answer: B Overtake the nearest vehicle to the crossing
Explanation: Rule 165 prohibits overtaking the nearest vehicle to a pedestrian crossing, especially if it has stopped for pedestrians.
4. When is overtaking not permitted in relation to traffic signs as per Rule 165? Give one answer
A After a ‘Give Way’ sign
B After a ‘No Overtaking’ sign until a sign cancelling the restriction
C Before a speed limit sign
D Near a 'Stop' sign
Correct Answer: B After a ‘No Overtaking’ sign until a sign cancelling the restriction
Explanation: Overtaking is not permitted after a ‘No Overtaking’ sign and until a sign cancelling the restriction, as stated in Rule 165.