1 When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you wash and clean the rear windscreen?

Answer: Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen.

2 When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you wash and clean the front windscreen?

Answer: Operate control to wash and wipe windscreen.

3 When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d switch on your dipped headlights?

Answer: Switch on dipped headlights using the light control (ignition on if needed).

4 When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d set the rear demister?

Answer: Switch on the rear demister button to activate the rear demister.

5 When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d operate the horn?

Answer: Operate the horn by using the control.

6 When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d demist the front windscreen?

Answer: Set all relevant controls including fan speed, temperature, air direction/source and heated screen to clear the front windscreen.

7 When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d open and close the side window?

Answer: Operate switch to open and close side window.

1 Tell me how you’d check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.

Answer: Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Test as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side.

2 Tell me where you’d find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.

Answer: Manufacturer’s guide. Use reliable gauge. Check/adjust when tyres are cold. Don’t forget spare. Refit valve caps.

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

Answer: Rigid part at least as high as eye/top of ears and as close to back of head as comfortable (some may not be adjustable).

4 Tell me how you’d check the tyres to ensure sufficient tread depth and safe condition.

Answer: No cuts/bulges. Minimum 1.6mm tread across central three-quarters and around entire circumference.

5 Tell me how you’d check headlights and tail lights are working (no need to exit).

Answer: Explain you’d operate the switch (ignition if necessary), then walk round vehicle (tell-me = explain only).

6 Tell me how you’d know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.

Answer: ABS warning light illuminates if there is a fault with the ABS system.

7 Tell me how you’d check the direction indicators are working (no need to exit).

Answer: Explain you’d operate the switch (ignition if necessary), and then walk round vehicle (tell-me = explain only).

8 Tell me how you’d check the brake lights are working on this car.

Answer: Operate brake pedal, use reflections in windows/doors, or ask someone to help.

9 Tell me how you’d check the power-assisted steering is working before starting a journey.

Answer: Steering heavy = may be faulty. Gentle pressure while starting engine should show slight movement, or turning just after moving off gives immediate indication.

10 Tell me how you’d switch on rear fog light(s) and when you’d use them (no need to exit).

Answer: Operate switch (dipped headlights & ignition if needed). Check warning light. Use when visibility is 100 meters or less.

11 Tell me how you switch from dipped to main beam and how you’d know main beam is on.

Answer: Operate switch (engine/ignition if needed). Confirm main beam warning light is on.

12 Open the bonnet and tell me how you’d check the engine has sufficient oil.

Answer: Identify dipstick/oil level indicator and check oil level is between minimum and maximum markers.

13 Open the bonnet and tell me how you’d check the engine has sufficient engine coolant.

Answer: Identify high/low markings on header tank (or radiator filler cap) and describe topping up to correct level.

14 Open the bonnet and tell me how you’d check you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid.

Answer: Identify reservoir and check level against high and low markings.