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Al Buraimi Royal Oman Police - Oman Theory Mock Test 4

Fourth and final full mock exam. Use this as your last confidence check - if you can pass all four mocks you are well prepared for the real thing.

Free sample · 1 of 10Full test: 30 questions in 30 minutes, 23 to pass
Q1
Right of way

You are joining a motorway from a slip road (on-ramp). Who has priority?

Top-down 3-lane highway showing merge; car A at slip road, car B at lane 1.
Pick an answer to see the reason.

The other 20 questions in this test

Read them all. The answer and the reason for each, and the timed 30-question run, are in the Oman Driving Test Questions PDF (ROP).

Unlock the answers - OMR 3
  1. Q11
    Road signs and signals

    A broken white line divides lanes on your side of the road. What does this allow?

    Top-down 2-lane two-way road with broken markings; car A at south.
    • AOvertaking on the right
    • BCrossing to the opposite carriageway
    • CChanging lanes when it is safe to do so
    • DStopping in the lane to wait for a gap in traffic

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  2. Q12
    Traffic rules

    You are driving through an Oman wadi after heavy rain and see fast-flowing water across the road. What should you do?

    View through the windscreen of a road covered in floodwater.
    • AStop before the water and wait for it to subside; do not attempt to cross a flooded wadi
    • BCross quickly at high speed to minimise time in the water
    • CCross slowly in first gear if the water looks shallow
    • DFollow whatever the vehicle ahead does

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  3. Q13
    Right of way

    Two vehicles reach an unmarked crossroads at the same time from opposite directions, both wanting to turn right. What is the safest approach?

    Top-down crossroads with no signs or lights; car A at south (right), car B at east.
    • ABoth vehicles pass right side to right side and complete the turn simultaneously
    • BOne vehicle must stop completely and let the other go first
    • CBoth must give way to each other indefinitely and neither can proceed
    • DThe vehicle on the right has priority and goes first

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  4. Q14
    Safe driving

    Before overtaking a vehicle on a two-lane Omani highway, what gap do you need to see ahead to overtake safely?

    Top-down 3-lane highway showing merge; car A at lane 2 (overtaking), truck B at lane 1.
    • AAny gap in oncoming traffic; accelerate hard and the gap will be sufficient
    • BA clear gap large enough to accelerate past, complete the manoeuvre, and return to your lane before meeting any oncoming traffic
    • CA 50-metre gap is always enough at any speed
    • DOnly the gap between you and the vehicle ahead in your lane

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  5. Q15
    Penalties and fines

    A driver is caught drifting on an Omani public road. What is the likely outcome for their vehicle?

    A car speeding past a speed limit sign (reckless driving).
    • AThe vehicle undergoes a safety inspection and is released the same day
    • BThe vehicle is held for 24 hours and then automatically returned
    • CNo vehicle action is taken; only a monetary fine is issued
    • DThe vehicle is impounded and may be confiscated permanently

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  6. Q16
    Road signs and signals

    Double yellow lines painted along the edge of the road in Oman normally indicate:

    Top-down 2-lane two-way road with yellow edge markings.
    • AFree parking for up to 30 minutes
    • BA no-parking or no-stopping restriction
    • CA loading zone reserved for goods vehicles
    • DThe boundary of a dedicated bus lane

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  7. Q17
    Traffic rules

    After driving through a shallow water crossing in Oman, what should you check immediately?

    View through the windscreen of a road covered in floodwater.
    • ARev the engine hard to clear water from the exhaust
    • BAccelerate immediately to dry the road surface ahead
    • CNo additional check is needed if the depth was less than 10 cm
    • DTest the brakes gently to dry them and confirm they are working properly

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  8. Q18
    Right of way

    You are driving on a narrow road. There is a passing place ahead on your right. An oncoming vehicle is approaching. What should you do?

    Top-down 1-lane two-way road with broken markings; car A at south, car B at north.
    • ADrive to the passing place on the right and wait in it for the oncoming vehicle to pass
    • BReverse until you find a passing place somewhere behind you
    • CThe oncoming vehicle must use the passing place since it is on their left
    • DBoth vehicles stop where they are and wait for someone to direct them

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  9. Q19
    Safe driving

    You are driving in summer in Oman. What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion that can impair your ability to drive safely?

    A four-wheel-drive vehicle on a desert track (summer heat).
    • AHeavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, and impaired concentration
    • BIncreased alertness and faster reflexes due to the heat
    • COnly physical symptoms with no effect on mental driving performance
    • DSymptoms only occur when the vehicle's air conditioning fails

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  10. Q20
    Penalties and fines

    A driver in Oman films themselves drifting and posts the video on social media. Can they be prosecuted even if police did not witness the act directly?

    A car speeding past a speed limit sign (reckless driving).
    • ANo, only witnessed offences can be prosecuted in Oman
    • BOnly if another road user files a formal complaint with police
    • CNo, online content is not admissible as evidence in Oman traffic courts
    • DYes, video evidence including self-published content can be used to identify and prosecute the driver

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  11. Q21
    Road signs and signals

    You approach a yellow box junction painted on the road. When may you enter the box?

    Top-down crossroads with traffic lights showing green and a yellow box marking; car A at south (stopped).
    • AWhenever the traffic signals are showing green
    • BWhenever the box itself is empty of other vehicles
    • CAt any time if you move through it quickly
    • DOnly when your exit road is clear and you can drive through without stopping inside

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  12. Q22
    Traffic rules

    The posted limit on an Oman road is 120 km/h. Heavy fog has reduced visibility to under 50 metres. How fast should you drive?

    View through the windscreen into thick fog.
    • AThe full 120 km/h; the posted limit applies in all conditions
    • BExactly 60 km/h regardless of actual conditions
    • CSpeed is irrelevant in fog; focus only on keeping the lane markings visible
    • DSlow down to a speed at which you can stop safely within your visible distance

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  13. Q23
    Right of way

    You are approaching a pedestrian crossing. A pedestrian is standing on the pavement waiting to cross but has not yet stepped onto the road. Must you stop?

    Top-down 2-lane two-way road with pedestrian crossing markings and pedestrian ahead; car A at south (stopped).
    • AYou must stop the moment you see anyone standing near a pedestrian crossing
    • BYou must stop only if the pedestrian is already more than halfway across the road
    • CPedestrians must find a gap in traffic themselves; you have no obligation to stop
    • DYou are not required to stop, but should slow down and be prepared to stop

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  14. Q24
    Safe driving

    How much water should an adult aim to drink per hour when driving in Oman's summer heat to stay safely hydrated?

    A four-wheel-drive vehicle on a desert track (summer heat).
    • ARoughly 250 to 500 ml per hour in hot conditions, adjusting for personal needs and physical exertion
    • BThirst is a reliable guide; drink only when you feel thirsty
    • COne large bottle at the start of the journey is sufficient for a 3-hour drive
    • DAvoid drinking while driving to prevent needing to stop

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  15. Q25
    Penalties and fines

    You accidentally enter a one-way road in the wrong direction in Oman. What should you do immediately?

    A serious crash scene with damaged vehicles.
    • AStop safely, activate hazard lights, then reverse or turn around as soon as it is safe to do so
    • BContinue carefully because turning back will cause more confusion
    • CFlash headlights and sound the horn to warn oncoming drivers, then continue
    • DDrive onto the pavement to allow oncoming vehicles to pass

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  16. Q26
    Road signs and signals

    What must you do when a traffic signal shows a solid red light?

    A traffic light showing red.
    • AStop completely behind the stop line and wait
    • BStop, then proceed if no cross-traffic is coming
    • CSlow to 20 km/h and proceed with care
    • DStop only if other vehicles are waiting at the lights

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  17. Q27
    Traffic rules

    What is the typical maximum speed limit on Oman's inter-city dual carriageways?

    Top-down 3-lane highway showing hard shoulder; car A at lane 2.
    • A120 km/h
    • B100 km/h
    • C140 km/h
    • D80 km/h

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  18. Q28
    Right of way

    You are first in a queue at a red light. The light changes to green. A pedestrian is still crossing in front of you. What should you do?

    A traffic light showing red.
    • AProceed slowly; the green light gives you priority over pedestrians
    • BSound the horn to alert the pedestrian and proceed
    • CFlash your headlights and move forward slowly to encourage the pedestrian to hurry
    • DWait for the pedestrian to finish crossing before moving

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  19. Q29
    Safe driving

    How should you adjust your driving seat position to maximise safety and control?

    Close-up of a car's headrest.
    • ASit upright with a slight recline, both hands able to reach the steering wheel comfortably, and your feet able to press the pedals fully without straightening your legs completely
    • BRecline the seat as far back as possible for comfort on long journeys
    • CSit as close to the steering wheel as possible so you have maximum leverage
    • DSeat position does not affect driving safety, only comfort

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  20. Q30
    Penalties and fines

    In Oman, driving in the wrong direction on a dual carriageway or one-way street carries which penalty?

    Road sign: no entry, shown on a pole beside the road.
    • AA small fine only, as it is considered an honest mistake
    • BA significant fine, black points and possible vehicle impoundment
    • CA warning letter delivered by post
    • DNo penalty if the driver realised the mistake within 100 metres and corrected it

    Answer and explanation in the bank

Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 30-question timed test.

Get the Oman Driving Test Questions PDF (ROP) - OMR 3

What 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 Al Buraimi Royal Oman Police light vehicle theory test?

The official Royal Oman Police light vehicle theory test in Al Buraimi has 30 questions and you need 23 correct (75%) to pass. This practice test has 30 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 Oman exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the Royal Oman Police, and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the Royal Oman Police.

Is this practice test free?

The first 10 questions are free, with no signup, and each shows the answer and the reason. The full 30-question test, timed, is in the Oman Driving Test Questions PDF (ROP) (OMR 3, one payment), with every question in the bank.

What does the Al Buraimi 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.

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