Northern General Directorate of Traffic Light vehicle
Timed mock exam· Full mock examsNorthern General Directorate of Traffic - Bahrain Theory Mock Test 3
Third full mock exam - another fresh set of 35 questions drawn from all topics. A great way to check your readiness before the real test.
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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.
- Q11Road signs and signals
What does a broken white line in the centre of the road mean?
- AYou must not cross this line under any circumstances
- BLane separation; crossing is permitted when safe to do so
- CA cycle lane begins here
- DThe road is one-way
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- Q12Traffic rules
Which marking generally indicates a no-parking zone on a Bahraini road?
- AA white kerb marking
- BA blue kerb marking always means no parking
- CA yellow kerb marking or a posted no-parking sign
- DBahrain uses no kerb markings for parking restrictions
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- Q13Right of way
Two vehicles face each other at a crossroads, both intending to turn right. How should they normally pass each other to complete the turn?
- APass behind each other, one vehicle waiting until the other has fully cleared.
- BOne vehicle must stop and give way while the other completes the turn.
- CSound horns and negotiate at the junction.
- DPass in front of each other, keeping the other turning vehicle on your right side, and turn simultaneously.
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- Q14Safe driving
How should you set your interior rear-view mirror before driving?
- ASo you can see the full rear window without moving your head significantly
- BTilted downward to reduce glare from the road surface
- CAngled to see yourself, so you know what your appearance looks like while driving
- DThe interior mirror does not need adjusting if the door mirrors are set correctly
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- Q15Penalties and fines
What can happen to a vehicle illegally parked in a way that blocks traffic or a fire exit in Bahrain?
- AA note is placed on the windscreen but no other action is taken
- BNearby drivers are asked to push the vehicle to a safe spot
- CIt can be clamped or towed away at the owner's expense
- DThe owner is called and given 30 minutes to move the vehicle before any fine is issued
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- Q16Road signs and signals
What does a solid double white centre line mean?
- AOvertaking is allowed from the left side only
- BOvertaking or crossing to the other side is prohibited
- CThe road is wide enough to park alongside the line
- DA median barrier begins here
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- Q17Traffic rules
You enter a one-way street in Bahrain. Which lane should you use for normal driving?
- AThe right lane, with the left lane available for overtaking
- BThe left lane, as one-way streets reverse normal lane rules
- CThe middle lane to stay clear of parked vehicles on both sides
- DAny lane, as one-way streets have no lane discipline requirements
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- Q18Right of way
You are waiting to turn right from a side road. A vehicle on the main road is simultaneously turning right into your road. How can both safely complete their turns?
- AWait for the oncoming vehicle to complete its turn fully before you move.
- BFlash headlights to agree who goes first.
- CEach driver keeps the other vehicle on their right and both turn at the same time.
- DThe driver on the main road always has priority and turns first.
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- Q19Safe driving
Large trucks and buses in Bahrain have significant blind spots. Where are these blind spots typically located?
- AOnly directly behind the rear of the trailer
- BOnly on the passenger side because the driver sits on the left
- CDirectly behind, directly in front, and alongside both sides of the vehicle
- DLarge vehicles have no blind spots because they are fitted with larger mirrors
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- Q20Penalties and fines
What is the maximum legal tint level for the front windscreen of a private vehicle in Bahrain?
- AVisible Light Transmission of at least 70%, meaning heavily tinted front windscreens are not permitted
- BAny level of tint is permitted provided sunglasses are not also worn
- CThe front windscreen may be blacked out if a special permit is obtained from the traffic authority
- DA maximum of 20% VLT is allowed on the front windscreen to reduce glare
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- Q21Road signs and signals
What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black border in the centre of the road mean?
- AYou are on the priority road and have right of way
- BA school zone begins ahead
- CHazardous material transport ahead
- DReduce speed to 20 km/h
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- Q22Traffic rules
You have accidentally entered a one-way street in the wrong direction in Bahrain. What should you do?
- AContinue driving in the wrong direction as quickly as possible to clear the street
- BStop safely, activate hazard lights, and reverse out carefully when clear, or turn around at the nearest safe point
- CSound your horn continuously and keep going
- DFlash your headlights and drive to the nearest exit at speed
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- Q23Right of way
You are turning right and an oncoming vehicle is also turning right, but a central reservation blocks your view of traffic behind the oncoming vehicle. What should you do?
- AProceed normally; the right-turn convention handles simultaneous turning.
- BFlash headlights and proceed quickly.
- CTurn rapidly to reduce the time spent in the oncoming path.
- DStop and check fully before completing the turn; the obstruction increases risk significantly.
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- Q24Safe driving
When overtaking a large truck on a Bahrain expressway, why should you complete the manoeuvre quickly and not linger alongside the truck?
- ABecause the truck creates a vacuum that pulls small cars closer to it
- BBecause you are in the truck's blind spot alongside it and the driver may not be aware of your presence
- CBecause overtaking at exactly the same speed as the truck is illegal
- DThere is no additional risk in lingering alongside a truck
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- Q25Penalties and fines
A driver has the rear side windows of their car fitted with extremely dark tint that makes it impossible to see inside. Which action will the traffic authority most likely take?
- AAllow the tint because it only affects rear windows, not the driver's forward vision
- BIssue a warning letter and allow six months to comply
- CIssue a fine and require the driver to remove or replace the non-compliant tint before the vehicle can be driven
- DConfiscate the vehicle permanently for the tint violation
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- Q26Road signs and signals
You are about to overtake on a dual carriageway. A No Overtaking sign was posted 500 metres ago and has not been cancelled. What should you do?
- ADo not overtake; the prohibition is still in force
- BOvertake because you are on a dual carriageway
- COvertake using the left lane only
- DFlash headlights and overtake if the road is clear
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- Q27Traffic rules
When joining a Bahraini highway from a slip road, who has priority?
- AThe merging vehicle, because it is accelerating
- BPriority alternates between highway and slip-road traffic
- CWhichever vehicle is travelling faster
- DTraffic already on the highway
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- Q28Right of way
On a dual carriageway you want to turn right into a side road. Traffic is using the opposite carriageway. Who has priority?
- AYou, because you signalled first.
- BOncoming traffic on the opposite carriageway; you must wait for a safe gap.
- CTraffic joining the dual carriageway from the side road.
- DThe driver behind you who is also waiting to turn.
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- Q29Safe driving
Your vehicle breaks down on a Bahrain expressway. What is the first priority?
- AGet out immediately and signal to passing drivers for help
- BCall for roadside assistance from the driver's seat while keeping the vehicle on the carriageway
- CTry to restart the vehicle several times before taking any other action
- DMove the vehicle off the carriageway onto the hard shoulder or emergency stopping area and switch on hazard lights
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- Q30Penalties and fines
Under what circumstance can traffic police impound a vehicle in Bahrain?
- AOnly if the driver is arrested and physically cannot drive the vehicle away
- BVehicles can never be impounded without a court order
- CFor serious offences such as driving without a licence, no insurance, extreme speeding, or when the vehicle poses an immediate danger
- DOnly vehicles involved in fatal accidents are ever impounded
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- Q31Road signs and signals
Which sign colour in Bahrain indicates a prohibition that you must not disobey?
- AYellow diamond with black symbol
- BGreen rectangle with white text
- CBrown rectangle with white text
- DRed border on a white or blue circle
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- Q32Traffic rules
On a Bahraini highway, on which side of the road are exits located?
- AOn the left side
- BOn the right side
- CExits are accessed from the middle lane
- DExits can be on either side depending on the road
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- Q33Right of way
You are in a left-turn filter lane. Your green filter arrow is showing. Pedestrians are crossing the road you are turning into. What do you do?
- AWait for the pedestrians to clear the crossing before turning.
- BProceed; the green filter arrow overrides pedestrian priority.
- CSound your horn to alert the pedestrians.
- DMove into the junction and wait with your nose in the crossing.
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- Q34Safe driving
After pulling onto the hard shoulder due to a breakdown, where should you place your warning triangle?
- ADirectly behind the vehicle's rear bumper
- BWarning triangles are optional if your hazard lights are working
- COn top of the vehicle's roof to make it more visible
- DAt least 100 metres behind the vehicle to give approaching drivers adequate warning
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- Q35Penalties and fines
How does a driver recover an impounded vehicle in Bahrain?
- AThey must pay the outstanding fines and impound fees and rectify any violations before collection is permitted
- BThey can collect the vehicle at any time by showing their driving licence
- CThe vehicle is returned automatically after 48 hours with no further action required
- DA family member can collect the vehicle without any payment if the original driver is unavailable
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 1.5What 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 Northern General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test?
The official General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test in Northern 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 1.5, one payment), with every question in the bank.
What does the Northern light vehicle 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.