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(1) Each test candidate must, subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), satisfy the person conducting the test as to his ability to—
(i)carry out properly the activities, and
(ii)perform competently, without danger to and with due consideration for other road users, the manoeuvres
specified in sections A to E below in all respects in accordance with those sections.
(2) Any requirement contained in those paragraphs shall, in the case of a test for a licence authorising the driving of a motor vehicle in sub-category B1, only be complied with to the extent that it is compatible with the characteristics of the vehicle on which the test is taken.
(3) A test candidate undertaking a test for a licence authorising the driving of a vehicle of a class included in category B+E must in addition satisfy the person conducting the test as to his ability to carry out properly the activity specified in section F but in the case of a disabled driver, this requirement may be carried out through oral questioning.
Read in good daylight (with the aid of corrective lenses if worn) a registration mark fixed to a motor vehicle and containing letters and figures 79.4 millimetres high at a distance of 20.5 metres.
1. Adjust the seat as necessary to obtain a correct seating position.
2. Adjust rear view mirrors and seat belt.
3. Check that the doors are closed.
1. Start the engine and move off smoothly (uphill and downhill as well as on the flat).
2. Accelerate to a suitable speed while maintaining a straight course, including during gear-changes.
3. Adjust speed to negotiate left or right turns at junctions, possibly in restricted spaces, while maintaining control of the vehicle.
4. Brake accurately to stop where directed, if need be by performing an emergency stop.
5. Either—
(a)perform any two of the following manoeuvres—
(i)reverse in a straight line and reverse right or left round a corner while keeping within the correct traffic lane;
(ii)turn the vehicle to face the opposite way, using forward and reverse gears;
(iii)park the vehicle and leave a parking space (parallel, oblique or right-angle) both forwards and in reverse, on the flat, uphill and downhill; or
(b)(in the case of a test for a licence authorising the driving of vehicles in category B+E only) reverse in an S-shaped curve.
1. Observe (including the use of the rear view mirrors) road alignment, markings, signs and potential or actual risks.
2. Communicate with other road users using the authorised means.
3. React appropriately in actual risk situations.
4. Comply with road traffic regulations and the instructions of the police and traffic controllers.
5. Move off from the kerb or a parking space.
6. Drive with the vehicle correctly positioned on the road, adjusting speed to traffic conditions and the line of the road.
7. Keep the right distance between vehicles.
8. Change lanes.
9. Pass parked or stationary vehicles and obstacles.
10. Approach and cross junctions.
11. Turn right and left at junctions or to leave the carriageway.
12. Where the opportunity arises—
(a)Pass oncoming vehicles, including in confined spaces.
(b)Overtake in various situations.
(c)Approach and cross level-crossings.
Take all precautions necessary when alighting.
Uncouple and recouple trailer.
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