1

Show me how you would check that the directions indicators are working

Apply the hazard warning switch and visually check all indicators.

2

Show me how you would check that the brake lights are working on this car.

Operate brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors or ask someone to help.

3

Show/explain how you would check the power assisted steering is working

Apply gentle pressure on the steering wheel and start the engine. You should notice the wheel moving as the system powers up.

4

Show me how you would check the parking brake for excessive wear. Make sure you keep safe control of the vehicle

Apply footbrake firmly. Apply the parking brake so that when it is fully applied it secures itself and is not at the end of its working travel.

5

Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check the engine has sufficient oil

Identify dipstick, describe removing and wiping, replacing and removing again. Oil level should be between the maximum/minimum marks

6

Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check that the engine has the correct level

Identify high/low markings on header tank and describe how to top up to correct level

7

 Open the bonnet, identify where the brake fluid reservoir is and tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid

 Identify reservoir, check

against max/min markings

8

Show me how you would check that that horn is working (off road only)

Check is carried out by using the control

9

Show me how you would clean the windscreen using the windscreen washer and wipers

Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen. (turn on ignition)

10

Show me how you would set the demister controls to clear all the windows effectively. This should include both front and rear screens

Set all relevant controls including; fan, temperature, air direction/source and heated screen to clear all windows. Engine does not need to be started.

11

Show me how you would switch on the rear foglights and explain when you would use them

Operate switch after turning on dipped headlights. Check warning light is on. Explain use.

12

Show me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you would know the main beam is on

Operate switch and check with main beam warning light

1

Tell me how you would check the brakes are working before starting a journey

Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side

2

Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level

Identify reservoir and explain how to check level

3

Tell me where you would find the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked

Manufacturers guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when the tyres are cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps

4

Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash

The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears, and as close to the back of the head as comfortable.

5

Tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe for use on the road

No cuts or bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth ¾ across the breadth and all the way around

6

Tell me how you would check the headlights and tail lights are working

Operate switch and walk around the vehicle (explain this, do not exit the vehicle)

7

Tell me how you would know if there was a problem with the anti lock braking system

Warning light should illuminate if there is a problem