Muharraq General Directorate of Traffic Truck & Bus
Timed mock exam· Full mock examsMuharraq General Directorate of Traffic - Bahrain Truck & Bus Theory Mock Test 1
A full 35-question timed practice exam for the Bahrain heavy-vehicle (truck and bus) theory test. Covers shared road rules and signs plus heavy-vehicle handling and safety. Aim for 26/35 (75%) to pass.
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The other 25 questions in this test
Read them all. The answer and the reason for each, and the timed 35-question run, are in the Bahrain Driving Test Questions PDF.
- Q11Safe driving
A rear tyre blows out at highway speed. How does this differ from a front blowout in terms of the vehicle's behaviour?
- AThe steering becomes lighter and easier to control than in a front blowout
- BA rear blowout has little effect on vehicle control at highway speed
- CThe vehicle will pull strongly and consistently to the right regardless of which rear tyre burst
- DThe rear of the vehicle will fishtail or sway rather than pulling sharply to one side
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- Q12Penalties and fines
A parent is fined because their seven-year-old was seated in the front passenger seat without a booster seat. Which rule did they break?
- AChildren above age five may sit anywhere in the car without restriction
- BThe front seat is permitted for children if they are wearing an adult seatbelt
- CChildren under 10 must not sit in the front seat, and young children must use a child seat
- DOnly children under two are required to use a child seat
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- Q13Heavy vehicle
Which statement about 'spring brake' (park brake) on an air-brake truck is correct?
- AIt is applied by increasing air pressure and released by reducing air pressure
- BIt is only used to stop the vehicle on steep hills and has no connection to the air system
- CIt applies automatically when air pressure falls and must be released by building air pressure, making it a fail-safe device
- DIt is an electric brake that operates independently of the pneumatic system
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- Q14Road signs and signals
What does this sign warn you about?
- AA sharp bend to the right is ahead
- BA U-turn is permitted ahead
- CA roundabout junction is ahead
- DA one-way system begins ahead
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- Q15Traffic rules
You intend to take the third exit at a roundabout in Bahrain. Which approach lane is generally correct?
- AAlways the right lane regardless of the exit
- BAlways the left lane regardless of the exit
- CEither lane, as roundabout lane choice is optional in Bahrain
- DThe left lane, as the third exit requires going more than halfway around
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- Q16Right of way
At a roundabout in Bahrain, who has priority?
- AVehicles entering the roundabout from the right.
- BYour vehicle, if you reached the give way line first.
- CTraffic already on the roundabout, approaching from your left.
- DLarger vehicles always have priority on roundabouts.
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- Q17Safe driving
What is the main safety benefit of Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)?
- AIt prevents the wheels from locking so you can steer while braking hard
- BIt automatically applies the brakes when the vehicle gets too close to another car
- CIt shortens stopping distance on all surfaces including ice
- DIt eliminates the need to increase following distance in wet weather
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- Q18Penalties and fines
What do speed cameras on Bahrain roads automatically do?
- ACapture and record the licence plate of any vehicle exceeding the posted speed limit
- BDisplay a warning message to the driver and record nothing
- CAlert the nearest police station but do not issue fines automatically
- DOnly activate during night hours when traffic is lower
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- Q19Heavy vehicle
When driving a heavy truck down a long steep descent, what is the recommended technique to control speed?
- ASelect a high gear and use the service brake continuously to maintain speed
- BSelect a low gear before the descent and use engine braking to control speed, supplementing with short, firm brake applications if needed
- CSwitch off the engine to reduce noise and coast down in neutral
- DUse only the exhaust brake and keep the service brake fully released throughout the descent
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- Q20Road signs and signals
What hazard does this sign warn you about?
- AA car wash is located ahead
- BThe road surface ahead may be slippery
- CFlooding is expected on this road
- DThe road curves sharply to the left
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- Q21Traffic rules
When leaving a roundabout in Bahrain, when should you signal?
- ASignal right just before your intended exit
- BSignal left as soon as you enter the roundabout
- CNo signal is needed inside a roundabout
- DSignal right when you first join the roundabout
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- Q22Right of way
In which direction does traffic flow around a roundabout in Bahrain?
- AClockwise.
- BEither direction, depending on the roundabout.
- CCounter-clockwise.
- DStraight through the central island.
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- Q23Safe driving
You have ABS and need to make an emergency stop. What is the correct braking technique?
- APump the brake pedal rapidly to prevent wheel lock
- BPress lightly to avoid triggering the ABS warning light
- CApply gradual increasing pressure and release fully before the vehicle stops
- DPress the brake pedal firmly and hold it down; do not pump the pedal
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- Q24Penalties and fines
What is the consequence of repeatedly speeding on Bahrain roads beyond just a fine?
- AAccumulation of black points that can lead to licence suspension
- BA congratulatory letter from the traffic authority noting good awareness of speed
- CAutomatic enrolment in a free defensive-driving course with no other penalty
- DNo additional consequence beyond the monetary fine
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- Q25Heavy vehicle
What is an exhaust brake (Jake brake) and when is it most useful?
- AAn engine retarder that uses exhaust back-pressure or compression release to slow the vehicle, most useful on long descents
- BA device that cools the exhaust system to prevent overheating at high speed
- CA secondary fuel system that activates automatically in heavy braking to increase engine power
- DA noise suppressor fitted to diesel engines required by Bahrain noise regulations
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- Q26Road signs and signals
What does this sign warn drivers about?
- AA bridge with a weight limit is ahead
- BA speed bump or raised surface is ahead
- CThe road surface is uneven due to construction
- DA level crossing is ahead
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- Q27Traffic rules
On which side of the vehicle do you pass a slower vehicle when overtaking in Bahrain?
- AOn the right side
- BEither side is equally acceptable
- COvertaking is only permitted on motorways
- DOn the left side, by moving into the left lane
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- Q28Right of way
You are waiting at a roundabout give way line. Traffic is circulating. When may you enter?
- AImmediately, because entering vehicles have priority.
- BWhen there is a safe gap in traffic coming from your left.
- COnly when the roundabout is completely clear of all vehicles.
- DAfter flashing your headlights to warn circulating traffic.
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- Q29Safe driving
How often should you check your mirrors while driving in normal traffic conditions?
- AOnly when you intend to change lanes or turn
- BEvery 5 to 8 seconds
- COnce every minute is sufficient at motorway speeds
- DThere is no fixed rule; check whenever you remember
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- Q30Penalties and fines
A driver is caught travelling at a speed classified as grossly excessive under Bahrain traffic law. Which outcome is possible in addition to a fine and black points?
- AOnly a written warning is issued for a first offence at any speed
- BVehicle impoundment and possible referral to court
- CThe driver's licence is suspended for exactly 48 hours with no court referral
- DA mandatory speed-awareness course replaces all other penalties
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- Q31Heavy vehicle
You are about to descend a long gradient and notice the 'Trucks: engage low gear' sign. What is the correct action?
- AApply the service brakes firmly now and shift to a higher gear for better engine braking
- BShift to neutral to save fuel and apply brakes as needed throughout the descent
- CReduce speed and shift to a low gear before the descent begins, using engine braking to control speed on the way down
- DThe sign applies only to vehicles over 40 tonnes; continue in the current gear
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- Q32Road signs and signals
You arrive at a STOP sign but can clearly see no traffic in any direction. What should you do?
- ASlow down to 10 km/h and continue if the road is clear
- BProceed without stopping since no vehicles are visible
- CStop fully at the line, check, then proceed when safe
- DSound your horn and proceed slowly
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- Q33Traffic rules
In which of the following situations is overtaking prohibited in Bahrain?
- AOn a clear straight road with good forward visibility
- BWhen the vehicle ahead is travelling at the speed limit
- CWhen approaching or at a pedestrian crossing
- DOn a road with a dashed white centre line
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- Q34Right of way
A vehicle on your left is already circulating on the roundabout. What do you do?
- AEnter because you are on the right-hand side of the entry.
- BEnter simultaneously; there is room for both vehicles.
- CSound your horn and proceed.
- DGive way to that vehicle before entering the roundabout.
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- Q35Safe driving
Before changing lanes on a Bahrain expressway, you check your mirrors and see the lane is clear. What must you still do?
- ASound the horn to warn drivers in the other lane
- BFlash your headlights to signal your intention
- CGlance over the appropriate shoulder to check the blind spot
- DNothing further; mirrors provide a complete view of surrounding traffic
Answer and explanation in the bank
Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 35-question timed test.
Get the Bahrain Driving Test Questions - BHD 3What this test covers
Topics include road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, fines and penalties, and the safe-driving rules specific to your vehicle category. Full question-by-question feedback with explanations is shown immediately after you finish the test above.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions is the Muharraq General Directorate of Traffic truck & bus theory test?
The official General Directorate of Traffic truck & bus theory test in Muharraq has 35 questions and you need 26 correct (75%) to pass. This practice test has 35 questions.
Is this the real exam?
These are practice questions to help you revise, written to the published rules and to what candidates report from the real test. They are not the official Bahrain exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the General Directorate of Traffic (Ministry of Interior), and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the traffic department.
Is this practice test free?
The first 10 questions are free, with no signup, and each shows the answer and the reason. The full 35-question test, timed, is in the Bahrain Driving Test Questions PDF (BHD 3, one payment), with every question in the bank.
What does the Muharraq truck & bus theory test cover?
Road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, penalties and safe-driving rules, plus the handling and safety topics specific to your vehicle.