Traffic - general - frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the selected topic - Traffic - general.
- Can I listen to my MP3 or ipod player whilst driving a car or riding a bicycle?
- Can I sell my car on the road?
- Can my child use their electric scooter/go-ped/mini moto on the road or pavement?
- Can quad bikes be used on the road?
- Can you drive with a flag attached to your car window?
- Can you offer any advice for horse riders with regards to being on the road?
- Can you repair vehicles on the road?
- Do the police need a reason to stop me whilst I am driving?
- Does a pedestrian have right of way on a zebra crossing?
- How much overhang can I have to the front and rear of my vehicle?
- How old do I have to be to drive a moped/car/ motorbike?
- I have got a summons for driving offences, but I was not stopped by the police/do not own that car/don't drive, what can I do?
- I have got to produce my documents but I am away on holiday/ on business and do not have the documents, what should I do?
- I have received a summons for driving offences to appear at court (I was not stopped by an officer), what does that mean?
- I have seen some spray that can cover my registration number, is it legal?
- I will be attending a cruise in your area, what advice can you give me?
- If I am issued a parking ticket must it be stuck on my windscreen?
- Is it an offence not to carry all relevant documents when driving so they can be produced for a police officer upon request?
- Is it illegal to drive a car with a broken speedometer?
- Is it illegal to reverse a car onto a main road from a minor road?
- Is it illegal to smoke whilst driving?
- Is it illegal to use a CB or two way radio whilst driving?
- Is it legal to cover my car or motorbike whilst it is on the road?
- Is there a difference between the registered keeper and the owner of a vehicle?
- Is there a legal requirement to have a spare tyre and a jack in your car?
- Is there any way I can find out who the owner of a car is?
- My MOT has expired can I drive my car to the garage for the MOT test?
- What are the requirements to legally drive a car in the United Kingdom?
- What class of vehicle is a double cab pick up?
- What does a green P plate on a car mean?
- What is the law relating to tyres?
- What should I do if I am at a red traffic light and there is an emergency vehicle behind me trying to get through?
- What should I do if there is an unmarked police car travelling behind me flashing me to stop?
- What types of vehicles are not allowed in the outside lane on the motorway?
- When can I use the horn in my car?
- Where can I get some information on Advanced driving from?
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