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When taking your practical driving test, you will be asked two safety questions by your examiner, these are known as \u2018show me, tell me\u2019 questions, but what will they be, and how do you answer them? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These questions are a crucial part of your test. You will be asked a \u2018tell me\u2019 question before you begin driving, and a \u2018show me\u2019 question during your test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In total, there are seven \u2018show me\u2019 questions and 14 \u2018tell me\u2019 ones that you will need to know how to answer. Here we explain all that are stated on the government website<\/a> and reveal how you should answer them so you can feel prepared for your test<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why are the \u2018show me, tell me\u2019 questions important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Safety is paramount for every driver driving on the road in the UK, and these questions are designed to keep everyone safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are designed to help you understand basic car maintenance<\/a>, ensuring you\u2019re prepared for \u2018real-world\u2019 driving situations. They also reduce the risk of accidents <\/a>caused by simple maintenance checks, such as checking your brake lights and indicators are working before you set off, being missed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Failing to answer each question will result in a minor fault, and doing so in the \u2018tell me\u2019 question will count against you before you\u2019ve even driven out of the driving test centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are deemed to have carried out a \u2018dangerous\u2019 move during the \u2018show me\u2019 question, then you could receive a major fault and will have failed your driving test. This is why going over this now is your best bet for success. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) set the questions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2018Tell me\u2019 questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The \u2018tell me\u2019 questions are all about asking you to carry out a safety check for your vehicle before you start driving. They are akin to what you will need to do when you are out in the real world of driving, as opposed to letting your instructor do them for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you\u2019d check that the brakes are working before starting a journey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your brakes should not feel spongy or slack; you will need to test this before you set off. The car should also not pull to one side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will need to tell the examiner how you would check to ensure your brakes do not feel like the above. You will do this by gently putting pressure on the brake pedal. Here you will be able to feel if the car is pulling to one side or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before the actual driving part of your test commences, you may be asked how to adjust your head restraint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will need to make sure the rigid part of the head restraint is at least the same height as your eyes or the top of your ears and as close to the back of your head as possible.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the restraint is not adjustable in the car, your examiner will tell you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you\u2019d check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Checking your car\u2019s tyre health is one of the most crucial maintenance checks you will need to do as a driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are asked this question, you will need to explain how to check their tread depth and the overall condition they are in before you start a journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You need to ensure there\u2019s no bulges, cuts or cracks in the tyre, that each tyre has at least 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you\u2019d check that the headlights and tail lights are working. You don\u2019t need to exit the vehicle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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You will need to explain how to operate the switch and then walk around the outside of the vehicle to check that the lights are working properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It should be noted that, as this is part of the \u2018tell me\u2019 section, you will not need to actually get out of the car to check; rather, you will just need to tell your examiner. However, you should also note that you may have to turn the ignition on.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you\u2019d know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your dashboard warning lights<\/a> can indicate many issues with your car, and knowing what each of the lights mean is key to ensuring your vehicle is in good working order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The anti-lock braking system (ABS) light will show up if there is a fault with the ABS braking mechanics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will need to point to which of the lights is for the ABS lights. Even though it will not illuminate on the day of your test, you can still see which one it is due to the letters being spelt out on your dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you\u2019d check the direction indicators are working. You don\u2019t need to exit the vehicle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You will need to tell your examiner how to operate the indicators for an upcoming turn in the road. This is something you will know like second nature after the hours you have spent learning to drive<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just simply explain how you push the indicator up or down, depending on whether you are turning left or right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you\u2019d check the brake lights are working on this car<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To answer this question, you will need to explain how you would operate the brake pedal and make use of the reflections in windows, doors or another reflective surface in the surrounding area to check they are working. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You could also suggest asking someone else to tell you whether they turn on when the brake is applied. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you\u2019d check the power-assisted steering is working before starting a journey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The examiner will want you to explain two checks you would do before you start a journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are to gently turn the steering wheel whilst the engine is on, which should result in a noticeable but slight movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will also need to test the wheel after just moving off by turning it to reveal if the power assistance is functioning.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you\u2019d switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you\u2019d use it\/them. You don\u2019t need to exit the vehicle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The examiner will want you to explain how to turn on your rear fog lights. Most cars will have a separate button on the right of the steering wheel to do this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternatively, you can look out for the icon, which consists of a semi-circle alongside a vertical wiggly line and three horizontal lines through it. The front fog lights symbol will have three diagonal lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You would use these lights when driving in adverse weather conditions<\/a>, such as fog and heavy snow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam, and explain how you\u2019d know the main beam is on<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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You will need to turn the engine on and either push or pull the full beam indicator to turn them on. Once on, you will see a blue light on your dashboard to signal they are on.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open the bonnet and tell me how you\u2019d check that the engine has sufficient oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You need to explain how to identify the dipstick (oil level indicator) under the car bonnet and how to check the level against the minimum and maximum markers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is done by locating the dipstick, which is usually marked with a yellow ring-shaped handle and pulling it.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You then need to wipe the oil stick indicator, replace it, then pull it out again to check the oil level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open the bonnet and tell me how you\u2019d check that the engine has sufficient engine coolant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To do this, you will need to check the level marker on the side of the coolant tank. This is usually found by looking for a raised line with an arrow pointing to it or the words \u2018level\u2019 or \u2018max\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the water level is within the acceptable range, then coolant is sufficient; otherwise, you will need to tell the examiner how you would open the cap and fill to the appropriate level with engine coolant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open the bonnet and tell me how you\u2019d check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To answer this correctly, you will need to state that you open the bonnet, locate the reservoir (found on the driver\u2019s side of the vehicle), open the cap and see if the fluid is in between the two marked levels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2018Show me\u2019 questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The \u2018show me\u2019 questions will be asked at some stage when you are driving, but only when your examiner deems it safe to do so. They will let you know when this time comes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When parked, you will need to make sure the handbrake is on, and whilst the car\u2019s engine doesn’t need to be turned on, you will need to make sure you have either turned the key or pressed the \u2018start button\u2019 to allow you to control the electrical components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it\u2019s safe to do so, can you show me how you wash and clean the rear windscreen?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can normally do this by pushing or pulling the indicator stick on the right-hand side of the steering wheel. In some vehicles, it may be a toggle on the stalk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember to keep both hands on the wheel at all times, and only use your fingers to engage the controls.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Highway Code<\/a> clearly states that the windscreens and windows must be kept clean and free from obstructions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it\u2019s safe to do so, can you show me how you wash and clean the front windscreen?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You will likely only need to pull the indicator stalk on the right-hand side of the steering wheel towards you with a finger. Ensure you keep both hands on the steering wheel and your eyes on the road when doing so. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it\u2019s safe to do so, can you show me how you\u2019d switch on your dipped headlights?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You may be asked to demonstrate that you can operate the car\u2019s headlights during your practical driving test. These will be turned on by the switch of a knob, so it\u2019s worth looking out for this before you start driving. These are usually found on the stalk to the left-hand side of the steering wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it\u2019s safe to do so, can you show me how you\u2019d set the rear demister?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Initially, to do this, you will need to turn the fan on. Set the dial to blow air to the rear windscreen and turn the heat level to warm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most modern vehicles have a separate button that targets the rear windscreen to help demist quicker. It often has an icon in the shape of a square with wavy lines flowing into it from below to represent the warm air being blown at the window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it\u2019s safe to do so, can you show me how you\u2019d operate the horn?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To use the horn, you will need to push the centre of the steering wheel or press a button just slightly off-centre. You don\u2019t need to make it beep for long, you just need to demonstrate that you know how to use it when appropriate.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it\u2019s safe to do so, can you show me how you\u2019d demist the front windscreen?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Start by turning the fan on and setting the dial to blow air to the front windscreen, and turn the heat level to warm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There might be a separate button to press, which can accelerate the process. This is usually in the shape of a windscreen with wavy lines flowing into it from below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it\u2019s safe to do so, can you show me how you\u2019d open and close the side window?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When safe to do so, use your right hand to push the side window button on the panel of the driver\u2019s door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To open the window, press the button for the front-right door down and to close, simply pull up.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insurance for learner drivers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re getting ready for a practical driving test or you\u2019ve just started learning how to drive, Sterling can make sure you\u2019re insured properly. We offer learner driver insurance<\/a> tailored to your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n


Call us on 0344 381 9990 for a quote or request a callback<\/a> at a time better suited to you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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