Explain a safety check
Practise describing how you would check the car is safe. Understanding the reason for each check helps you explain it naturally. Work with your instructor and the vehicle handbook rather than guessing.
Show me, tell me
Get familiar with the safety checks and controls in the car you will use.
Use a control safely
Learn where the controls are, including washers, demisters and lights. Practise using them without losing attention on the road, following your instructor’s guidance.
See the official safety questionsA practical revision checklist
Tyres and the road beneath you
Talk through how you would inspect the tyres and where to find the recommended pressures. Ask your instructor to show you the correct information for the car rather than relying on a number remembered from another vehicle.
Fluids under the bonnet
Identify the relevant reservoirs and explain the checks using the vehicle handbook and official guidance. Do not open hot systems or handle unfamiliar parts without instruction.
Lights, signals and visibility
Find the light controls, indicators, washers and demisters. Think about when you would use each one. A familiar dashboard can make these checks less distracting.
Brakes, steering and warning lights
Discuss what normal operation feels like and how warning indicators are checked. If you notice something unusual, ask rather than assuming it is harmless.
Practise with your instructor: locate a control while parked, explain its purpose, then practise using it safely under supervision when appropriate. This checklist is a study aid, not the full official question-and-answer list.
Official information: DVSA vehicle safety questions
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