Show Me Tell Me Mock Test

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During your practical driving test, the examiner will ask you several questions known as Show Me Tell Me Questions. These questions will require you to describe or perform some of the actions that you would normally take to maintain your vehicle. This mock test (updated for 2024) contains the same types of show me tell me questions that you'll be asked during the actual driving test. Each question here is multiple choice with four answers, a hint, and an explanation. The explanation will include other background information which may help you during the practical test. Take note that the answers in this test are written to be true and correct for most vehicles. However, not all vehicles are designed the same way; some may have buttons, levers, and reservoirs in different locations. You should make sure that you can answer the questions asked here for the car in which you will be tested. You should make sure that you can answer the questions asked here for the car in which you will be tested. For more resources and information on how to prepare for your theory test, visit our homepage.

Based on 2024 Highway Code

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List of questions (classic view)

1. Before you sit your driving test, you should know how to open your car's bonnet. In most cars, where is the main bonnet release?
2. You have pulled the main bonnet release. How do you lift the bonnet?
3. Show me how to correctly test the horn.
4. Show me how to switch the headlights between the high-beam and low-beam modes.
5. Tell me how you would check your tyre's condition and tread.
6. Show me how you would turn on your rear fog lights.
7. When can you use your rear fog lights?
8. Tell me how the headrest on your seat should be adjusted.
9. Tell me where the windscreen washer fluid reservoir is and how you would check the washer level.
10. Show me how you would check whether your brake lights are working.
11. Show me how you would check that your-power assisted steering is working.
12. How can you check your power-assisted steering fluid level?
13. Tell me how you would know if there is a fault in the anti-lock braking system (ABS).
14. Tell me how you would check your tyre pressure and how you would find the correct pressure to use.
15. Tell me how you would test your brakes.
16. Tell me how you would check your engine oil.
17. How would you identify the type of oil that your car requires?
18. You have located and removed the oil filler cap from the top of your engine. How should you pour in the oil?
19. Show me how you can test if your mechanical parking brake is worn out.
20. Tell me how you would check your coolant level.
21. Tell me how you would check whether your headlights and taillights are operational.
22. Show me how you would clean your windscreen using the windscreen washer.
23. Tell me how you would check your brake fluid level.
24. Show me how you would check whether your indicators are working.
25. Show me how you would demist your front and rear windows.