Question 755 · Car theory test
When driving on a road that has a potholed surface and there is a scooter ahead, what should a driver do?
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Correct answer
Allow extra clearance in case the scooter swerves to avoid a pothole.
Official explanation
You should always be aware of how vulnerable scooters are. When you are driving on a road with potholes or bad surfaces, give plenty of clearance to the scooters when overtaking them. Take into account that they may swerve suddenly to avoid potholes.
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- Manoeuvres, turning & overtaking
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- This question also appears in the motorcycle theory test.
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