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UK PCV Theory Practice Questions - UK PCV Bus and Coach Driver CPC Part 1 Theory Test Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Before taking a bus into service, what is the main purpose of the daily walkaround check?
Choose one answer below.
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To confirm the vehicle is safe and roadworthy before the journey
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B
To make the outside of the vehicle look presentable
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C
To estimate how many passengers will board during the shift
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D
To replace the operator's scheduled maintenance inspections
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QUESTION 2 / 25
During a walkaround check, you find a dangerous defect in the braking system. What should you do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Drive slowly to the depot and report it at the end of the shift
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B
Carry passengers only on roads with low speed limits
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C
Report it and do not continue until the defect has been fixed
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D
Ignore it if the parking brake still holds the vehicle
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What should you check about the windscreen and mirrors before driving a coach?
Choose one answer below.
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That the front view is clear and mirrors or camera systems are secure and usable
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B
That the windscreen has no official stickers anywhere on it
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That only the nearside mirror is adjusted because the vehicle keeps left
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D
That tinting is dark enough to reduce glare for passengers
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QUESTION 4 / 25
Which tyre condition would make a PCV unsafe to use?
Choose one answer below.
A
A tyre inflated to the operator's specified pressure
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B
A tyre with visible cord or a deep sidewall cut
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C
A tyre valve cap fitted correctly
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D
A tyre with a clean tread pattern
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Why must emergency exits and their markings be checked before carrying passengers?
Choose one answer below.
A
They help passengers find a safe way out if normal doors cannot be used
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B
They are only needed to improve the appearance of the vehicle
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C
They allow extra standing passengers to travel near the exit
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D
They let the driver avoid checking the main passenger doors
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QUESTION 6 / 25
What should you do if your bus has a wheelchair ramp or lift?
Choose one answer below.
A
Assume passengers will know how to use it without help
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B
Check it is in good condition and know how to operate it safely
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C
Use it only during annual inspection
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D
Leave it stowed even when a wheelchair user needs to board
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QUESTION 7 / 25
During a pre-service check, what is the correct approach to a fire extinguisher on a bus?
Choose one answer below.
A
It only needs checking after it has been used
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B
It should be the correct type, accessible, in good condition, and not discharged
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C
It should be locked away where passengers cannot see it
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D
It may be missing if the journey is short
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QUESTION 8 / 25
Why should the height marker in the cab be checked before driving a double-deck bus or coach?
Choose one answer below.
A
It tells passengers how much luggage they can carry
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B
It helps the driver avoid low bridges and other height restrictions
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C
It sets the vehicle's speed limiter
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D
It proves that all tyres are correctly inflated
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QUESTION 9 / 25
What should be recorded after a daily walkaround check if no defects are found?
Choose one answer below.
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Nothing, because a blank form means everything is safe
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B
A nil-defect record using the operator's system
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C
Only the driver's start time
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D
Only the route number
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QUESTION 10 / 25
While checking the passenger saloon, you find a loose grab rail near the door. Why is this important?
Choose one answer below.
A
It may reduce the fuel economy of the vehicle
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B
It could cause passengers to fall or make boarding and alighting unsafe
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C
It only matters if the bus is due for MOT that day
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D
It is only a problem on motorways
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QUESTION 11 / 25
What should a PCV driver check about destination and stop-request equipment before service?
Choose one answer below.
A
That bells, stopping signs, route displays, and destination displays work where fitted
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B
That all stop-request buttons are disabled to reduce distraction
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C
That the front display is blank until passengers ask for the route
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D
That the route display is covered during daylight
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Why is it unsafe to drive with loose items in the footwell?
Choose one answer below.
A
They can move under the pedals and interfere with braking or acceleration
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B
They make the dashboard lights harder to see
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C
They prevent passengers from hearing announcements
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D
They reduce the number of standing passengers allowed
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QUESTION 13 / 25
What should you do if a warning lamp shows a serious fault after you start the engine?
Choose one answer below.
A
Cover the lamp so it does not distract you
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B
Continue if passengers are already waiting
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C
Assess and report the fault before deciding whether the vehicle can be used
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D
Cancel the walkaround check because the engine has started
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QUESTION 14 / 25
A coach has powered access doors. What should be checked before carrying passengers?
Choose one answer below.
A
That they work correctly, open fully, and are secure when closed
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B
That they can only be opened by passengers
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C
That they are disconnected so they cannot fail
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D
That they open faster than the manufacturer's setting
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What is the safest response if you notice fuel or oil leaking from a bus during service?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop in a safe place, assess the leak, and report it immediately
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B
Drive faster so the leaking fluid blows clear of the tyres
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C
Ask passengers to watch the leak while you continue
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D
Ignore it unless the engine temperature rises
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QUESTION 16 / 25
Which item is most likely to make a PCV prohibition notice possible at a roadside check?
Choose one answer below.
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A safe vehicle with a clean nil-defect report
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B
A defective safety-critical component that makes the vehicle dangerous
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C
A route map folded in the cab
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D
A passenger asking for timetable information
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QUESTION 17 / 25
A diesel coach displays an AdBlue warning before departure. What is the best action?
Choose one answer below.
A
Ignore it because AdBlue affects only passenger comfort
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B
Top up or follow the operator's defect process before service
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C
Add engine oil to the AdBlue tank
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D
Disconnect the warning lamp
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What should a driver do before using an electric or alternative-fuel PCV in service?
Choose one answer below.
A
Check relevant isolation or emergency cut-off arrangements and look for visible damage or leaks
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B
Assume alternative-fuel systems cannot create hazards
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C
Let passengers operate any isolation switches
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D
Ignore manufacturer and operator instructions because the vehicle is modern
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When should you close the doors and prepare to move away from a bus stop?
Choose one answer below.
A
As soon as the timetable says you are late
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B
Only after passengers are clear of the doors and it is safe to move
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C
While passengers are still stepping down if they are moving slowly
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D
Before checking mirrors to save time
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QUESTION 20 / 25
Why should starts, stops, and steering inputs be smooth when carrying passengers?
Choose one answer below.
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Smooth control reduces the risk of passengers falling or being thrown against fittings
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B
It lets the driver ignore speed limits
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C
It prevents the need to check mirrors
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D
It allows standing passengers to stand on the stairs
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QUESTION 21 / 25
A passenger is running toward your bus as you are about to leave the stop. What is the safest response?
Choose one answer below.
A
Move away quickly before they reach the door
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B
Check mirrors and wait if stopping remains safe and lawful
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C
Open the doors while the bus is already moving
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D
Wave them across traffic to hurry them up
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QUESTION 22 / 25
How should a driver deal with an aggressive or disruptive passenger?
Choose one answer below.
A
Escalate the argument while driving to keep control
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B
Stay calm, avoid distraction, and follow company and safety procedures
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C
Brake sharply to make the passenger sit down
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D
Ignore all other road hazards until the passenger stops
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What is the safest way to handle passengers who are standing on a local bus?
Choose one answer below.
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Drive smoothly and ensure they are not standing where prohibited, such as stairs or exits
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B
Encourage them to stand near the front windscreen for balance
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Brake firmly at each stop so they move quickly
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D
Ignore them because standing passengers are always responsible for their own safety
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QUESTION 24 / 25
A passenger starts walking down the aisle as you approach a stop. What should you consider?
Choose one answer below.
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That sudden braking or steering could cause the passenger to fall
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B
That passengers walking inside the vehicle improve stability
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That the passenger's movement means you should accelerate
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D
That you no longer need to check the road ahead
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QUESTION 25 / 25
At a stop, a child steps off the bus and immediately walks in front of it. What should this remind you to do?
Choose one answer below.
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Expect pedestrians to appear close to the front and nearside of the vehicle
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B
Use the horn continuously whenever children alight
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C
Pull away as soon as your door closes
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D
Rely only on the offside mirror
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