Waiting And Parking

Question 1

When cant you park on yellow lines?

Answer 1

During the times of operation shown on nearby time plates

Question 2

When cant you wait on yellow lines?

Answer 2

During times of operation shown on nearby time plates.

Question 3

Are you prohibited from waiting on double yellow lines?

Answer 3

Yes

Question 4

Can you wait or park on school entrance markings?

Answer 4

No you must not.

Question 5

Where should you go to park your car when possible?

Answer 5

In off street parking areas or in bays marked out with white lines on the road.

Question 6

Should you park facing against the traffic flow?

Answer 6

No - try and park flush with the traffic flow

Question 7

Should you park on the pavement?

Answer 7

No - park as close as you can to the side of yhe road

Question 8

Why should you not park too close to a vehicle displaying a blue badge?

Answer 8

The occupant may need more room to get in or out.

Question 9

Must you switch off the engine when parking?

Answer 9

Yes

Question 10

Should you switch off headlights when parking?

Answer 10

Yes

Question 11

Must you switch off fog lights when parking?

Answer 11

Yes

Question 12

Must you apply the handbrake before leaving the vehicle?

Answer 12

Yes

Question 13

What should you check out for when opening your car door?

Answer 13

Cyclists or other traffic.

Question 14

How should you check for oncoming traffic when opening your car door?

Answer 14

Look all around and use mirrors.

Question 15

Should you open your left side door with your right or left hand?

Answer 15

Use your right hand - this encourages you to turn to check for traffic and also gives you more control in the event of wind.

Question 16

Should passengers get out on the road side or the side closest to the kerb?

Answer 16

The side closest to the kerb

Question 17

Where should you put your valuables when leaving your car?

Answer 17

Out of sight. Make sure your vehicle is secure by locking your vehicle too.

Question 18

Can you use a handheld device to help you park?

Answer 18

Yes

Question 19

How should you park when using a hand held device to help you park?

Answer 19

In the safest way and by the shortest route possible

Question 20

Must you remain in control of the vehicle when using a hand held device to help you park?

Answer 20

Yes

Question 21

Should you use the hand held device to assist parking in line with manufacturers instructions?

Answer 21

Yes

Question 22

How should you park when using an electric vehicle charging point?

Answer 22

Park close to the charge point

Question 23

Why should you be cautious when using a charge point to charge your car?

Answer 23

It could create a trip hazard for pedestrians from the cables.

Question 24

Should you display a warning sign when charging your car at an electric vehicle charging point?

Answer 24

Try to if you can

Question 25

Why should you return charging cabled and connectors neatly when using an electric vehicle charge point?

Answer 25

To minimise danger to pedestrians and avoid creating obstacles for other road users.

Question 26

Can you stop or park on the carriageway?

Answer 26

No - you must not (unless an emergency)

Question 27

Can you stop or park on a pedestrian crossing?

Answer 27

No - you must not. This includes areas marked by zigzag lines.

Question 28

Can you stop or park on a clearway?

Answer 28

No - you must not

Question 29

Can you stop or park on taxi bays?

Answer 29

No you must not. This will be indicated by upright signs and markings

Question 30

Can you park or stop in an emergency area or a hard shoulder?

Answer 30

No - you must not. (Unless emergency)

Question 31

Can you park or stop on an urban clearway?

Answer 31

No you must not - except when picking up or dropping off passengers.

Question 32

Can you stop or park on a road marked with double white lines?

Answer 32

No - you must not. Unless picking up passengers or loading goods.

Question 33

Can you stop or park on a tramline?

Answer 33

No - you must not. During its period of operation.

Question 34

Can you park or stop on a cycle track?

Answer 34

No - you must not

Question 35

Can you park or stop on red lines?

Answer 35

No - you must not. Unless otherwise indicated

Question 36

Can vehicles enter a bus lane to stop, load or unload?

Answer 36

Yes- any vehicle may as long as it is not prohibited.

Question 37

Can you park in parking spaces reserved for specific users?

Answer 37

No - you must not - unless entitled to do so

Question 38

Can you leave your vehicle or trailer in a dangerous position where it causes an unnecessary obstruction of the road?

Answer 38

No - you must not

Question 39

Can you stop/park near a school enterance?

Answer 39

No

Question 40

Can you park anywhere which would prevent access for emergency services?

Answer 40

No

Question 41

Can you stop/park at a bus/tram/taxi stop?

Answer 41

No

Question 42

Can you stop/park on the approach to a level crossing/tramway crossing?

Answer 42

No

Question 43

How far from a junction should you park?

Answer 43

More than 10 metres away

Question 44

Can you park opposite a junction?

Answer 44

No

Question 45

When might you be able to park opposite a junction or within 10 metres of a junction?

Answer 45

When theres authorised parking spaces.

Question 46

Can you park/stop on the brown of a hill or humpback bridge?

Answer 46

No

Question 47

Can you park opposite a traffic island?

Answer 47

No

Question 48

Can you park/stop in areas where the kerb has been lowered for wheelchair users?

Answer 48

No

Question 49

Can you park in front of an entrance to a property?

Answer 49

No

Question 50

Can you park on a bend?

Answer 50

No

Question 51

When might you have to stop or park in places which you shouldnt stop or park at?

Answer 51

When forced to stop or park there due to stationary traffic.

Question 52

Can you park partially or wholly on pavement in London?

Answer 52

No you must not

Question 53

Can you park partially or wholly on pavement in other cities besides london?

Answer 53

No you should not - unless signs permit it.

Question 54

Why should you not park on pavement?

Answer 54

It can obstruct pedestrians - particularly those in wheelchairs or with visual impairments or pushchairs.

Question 55

How do you know when the waiting restrictions within a controlled parking zone are in force?

Answer 55

The zone entry sign indicates the times when waiting restrictions are in force.

Question 56

Can vehicles with a maximum laden weight of over 7.5 tonnes park on a verge or pavement?

Answer 56

No they must not. Unless police permission.

Question 57

What is the only exception for when a goods vehicle with a maximum laden weight of over 7.5 tonnes can park on a verge or pavement?

Answer 57

When it is essential for loading and unloading. Vehicle must not be left unattended.

Question 58

Should you load or unload where there are yellow markings on the kerb?

Answer 58

No do not.

Question 59

Should you park facing against the direction of traffic when parking at night?

Answer 59

No - you must not.

Question 60

When must vehicles display parking lights?

Answer 60

When parker on a road or lay by on a road with speed limit greater than 30mph

Question 61

Can vehicles with projecting loads be left on a road at night without lights?

Answer 61

No

Question 62

Can goods vehicles exceeding 2500kg laden weight be parked on a road without lights?

Answer 62

Yes

Question 63

How should you park in fog?

Answer 63

Leave parking lights or sidelights on.

Question 64

How should you park on a hill when facing uphill?

Answer 64

1. Park close to the kerb. Apply handbrake firmly. 2. Select a forward gear and turn steering wheel away from the kerb.

Question 65

How should you park on a hill when facing downhill?

Answer 65

Select reverse gear and turn your steering wheel towards the kerb.

Question 66

What does DPE stand for?

Answer 66

Decriminalised parking enforcement

Question 67

What is DPE?

Answer 67

When local authorities are responsible for enforcing parking violations rather than the police.