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When taking your practical test, you will be asked 2 questions regarding checking the safety of your car. Listed below are the topics you will need to know.
1 -
Tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.
No cuts and bulges. 1.6mm of tread depth across the central ¾ of the breadth of the tyre and the around the entire outer circumference.
2 -
Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check that the engine has sufficient oil.
Identify dipstick / oil level indicator, describe checking of oil level against the minimum/maximum markers.
3 -
Open the bonnet, identify where the brake fluid reserve is and tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid.
Identify reservoir, check level again high/low markings.
4 -
Open the bonnet, identify where the brake fluid reserve is and tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid.
Identify reservoir, check level again high/low markings.
5 -
Show me how you would check the parking brake for excessive wear.
Demonstrate by applying parking brake that when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the need of the working travel.
6 -
Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check that the engine has the correct level.
Identify high/low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level.
7 -
Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check windscreen washer level.
Identify reservoir and explain how to check level.
8 -
Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.
Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side.
9 -
Show me / explain how you would check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey.
If the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly. Before starting a journey two simples check can be made. Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning.
10 -
Show me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working.
Operate switch (turn on ignition if necessary), walk around vehicle.
11 -
Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.
Manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressure gage, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.
12 -
Show me how you would check that the horn is working (off road only).
Check is carried out by using control.
13 -
Tell me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this car.
Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors etc or ask someone tohelp.
14 -
Show me how to turn the front and rear fog lights on and when you would use them.
Turn fog lights on when visibility is less than 100 metres.
15 -
Tell me how you would set the head restraints so it would give adequate protection.
Centre of head rest should be in line with the middle of your eye and as close to the back of your head as possible.
16 -
Show me how you would clear the front and rear windscreens effectively using the
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Set relevant controls for front windscreens and turn on the heated rear screen.
