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NI Exempt

Questions that are not used in Northern Ireland tests. The app keeps them out of the mock test so a mock is fair wherever you sit the test.

What this topic covers

Questions that are not used in Northern Ireland tests. The app keeps them out of the mock test so a mock is fair wherever you sit the test. The full PCV Theory Test & Toolkit app contains 17 questions on this topic.

In the app's syllabus: Questions that do not appear on the Northern Ireland theory test.

Worked examples

Here are a few practice questions from this topic. Try answering each before reading the explanation.

Example 1

You're travelling on a narrow section of road. What should you do if a horse rider ahead is riding in the centre of the lane?

A. Get up close behind to encourage them to move aside
B. Move across to the right and try to ease past them
C. Stay behind and allow them to ride in this position ✓ correct
D. Sound your horn to alert them to your presence

Explanation: On narrow sections of road, horse riders may ride in the centre of the lane. This is for their own safety as it makes them more visible. You should be patient and only pass when it's safe to do so.

Example 2

What must you do if your bus has hit a parked vehicle and the owner cannot be found?

A. Report the incident to the police within 24 hours ✓ correct
B. Report the incident to the owner within 7 days
C. Report the incident to the owner as soon as possible
D. Report the incident to the police within 7 days

Explanation: If you damage a parked vehicle and the owner's not around, you must report it to the police within 24 hours. This applies to any property you might have damaged. In Northern Ireland, all incidents must be reported to the police immediately.

Example 3

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and the police carry out spot checks for faulty vehicles. What will happen to the vehicle if serious defects are found?

A. It will be ordered back to the depot to unload goods or passengers
B. It will be prohibited from further use until the defects are rectified ✓ correct
C. It will be restricted to 30 mph for the remainder of the journey
D. It will be impounded until a new driver is found

Explanation: DVSA or the police can order an immediate prohibition. The vehicle may be immobilised and you'll not be able to drive it until the faults have been rectified. Details are notified to the traffic commissioner. Never use a vehicle that you know is faulty.

Example 4

Which authority must you contact if your tachograph card is lost or stolen?

A. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
B. A tachograph centre
C. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency ✓ correct
D. The police

Explanation: Driver cards for digital tachographs are issued by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency in Swansea. In Northern Ireland, the cards are issued by the Driver and Vehicle Agency. Tell them if your card is lost or stolen.

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