Dubai RTA Light vehicle
Timed mock exam· Full mock examsDubai RTA - UAE RTA Theory Mock Test 2
Second full mock exam covering all RTA theory topics. A different question selection to Mock Test 1 so you can keep practising without repetition.
What does this warning sign mean?
The other 30 questions in this test
Read them all. The answer and the reason for each, and the timed 40-question run, are in the Dubai RTA Theory Test Questions PDF.
- Q11Road signs and signals
What does this sign warn you about?
- AA playground is closed
- BChildren or a school are ahead
- CNo children allowed on the road
- DA hospital is ahead
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- Q12Traffic rules
How should you join a motorway from an acceleration (slip) lane?
- AStop at the end of the slip lane and wait for a complete gap in all lanes
- BEnter at low speed and expect motorway traffic to slow for you
- CBuild up speed on the slip lane, check mirrors and blind spot, then merge into a safe gap without forcing others to brake
- DCross straight to the fastest lane as soon as you join
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- Q13Right of way
You are on a minor road at a T-junction and want to join the main road. What must you do?
- APull out immediately because you were there first
- BExpect main-road traffic to stop for you
- CJoin only if the main road is a one-way street
- DGive way to traffic on the main road and join when there is a safe gap
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- Q14Penalties and fines
How is jumping (running) a red light treated under UAE traffic rules?
- AAs a minor mistake with no penalty
- BAs a serious offence carrying a heavy fine, black points and possible vehicle impounding
- CAs acceptable if no other cars are around
- DAs an offence only for heavy vehicles
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- Q15Safe driving
When driving at night, how should you adjust your driving compared with daytime?
- ADrive faster because roads are quieter
- BReduce speed and increase following distance because visibility is lower
- CUse full beam at all times, even behind other cars
- DFollow closely to use the car ahead's lights
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- Q16Road signs and signals
You approach this sign. Which statement is correct?
- AYou may overtake only motorcycles
- BYou may overtake if you signal first
- CYou must not overtake until the restriction ends
- DIt only applies to trucks
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- Q17Traffic rules
When is it appropriate to use your horn?
- ATo show anger or frustration at other drivers
- BTo greet friends or celebrate
- CBriefly, to warn others of your presence and help avoid a collision
- DContinuously in slow traffic to make cars move
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- Q18Right of way
At a signalled pedestrian crossing your light is green but people are still finishing crossing. What should you do?
- ADrive forward because your green light gives you priority
- BWait until the pedestrians have safely cleared before moving off
- CEdge forward to push the pedestrians along
- DSound your horn and proceed
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- Q19Penalties and fines
What is required before you may legally drive a car on UAE roads?
- AA valid driving licence and valid vehicle insurance
- BOnly a valid licence; insurance is optional
- COnly insurance; the licence is optional
- DNeither, as long as you drive carefully
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- Q20Safe driving
What best describes defensive driving?
- ADriving as fast as the traffic allows
- BAnticipating hazards and keeping space so you can react to others' mistakes
- CAssuming every other driver will always do the right thing
- DReacting only after a hazard has become an emergency
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- Q21Road signs and signals
What shape are most warning signs on UAE roads?
- AA triangle with a red border
- BA blue square
- CAn octagon
- DA green rectangle
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- Q22Traffic rules
What is the correct use of hazard warning lights?
- ATo let you park illegally for a short time
- BTo warn others that your vehicle is stationary and causing an obstruction, or suddenly slowing in an emergency
- CTo drive faster through traffic
- DAs a substitute for indicators when turning
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- Q23Right of way
On a one-way street, in which direction may you drive?
- AIn either direction as long as you use indicators
- BOnly in the single permitted direction of traffic flow
- CAgainst the flow if the road looks empty
- DIn whichever direction is shortest to your destination
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- Q24Penalties and fines
A person drives a car that has never been registered or whose registration has expired. What is the correct statement?
- AIt is an offence that can carry a fine, black points and impounding of the vehicle
- BRegistration is a formality with no penalty
- COnly new cars need registration
- DRegistration only matters when selling the car
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- Q25Safe driving
Another driver is tailgating you closely. What is the safest way to respond?
- ABrake sharply to warn them off
- BSpeed up well beyond the limit to lose them
- CStay calm, keep a steady speed, and increase your own gap to the car ahead
- DTailgate the car in front of you in return
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- Q26Road signs and signals
A red circle (ring) around a symbol generally means what?
- AInformation for tourists
- BA recommended action
- CA prohibition or restriction, something you must not do
- DThe end of a motorway
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- Q27Traffic rules
What should you do when driving through a road tunnel?
- ATurn all your lights off to avoid dazzling others
- BUse full-beam headlights the whole way through
- CStop to take photos if the tunnel is impressive
- DSwitch on your dipped headlights, keep a safe distance and do not stop or reverse
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- Q28Right of way
You approach a junction controlled by a STOP sign on your road. What must you do before entering?
- ASlow down only if you see another vehicle
- BCome to a complete stop, then give way to traffic on the other road
- CContinue if the road looks clear without stopping
- DStop only when a police officer is present
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- Q29Penalties and fines
Which statement about the consequences of speeding in the UAE is correct?
- ASpeeding is only penalised inside cities
- BThere is never any penalty if you stay within 40 km/h over the limit
- CSpeeding can bring fines, black points and, for extreme cases, vehicle impounding
- DSpeeding fines are the same fixed amount for everyone
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- Q30Safe driving
Before overtaking on a two-way road, what gap and view do you need?
- AJust enough room to squeeze back in front quickly
- BAny gap, as long as you flash your lights first
- CA long clear view ahead and enough space to pass and return without cutting in
- DOnly a clear view behind you
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- Q31Road signs and signals
What does a blue circular (mandatory) sign usually tell you?
- AA hazard you should watch for
- BThat parking is banned
- CSomething you must do, such as turn or keep to a lane
- DThe distance to the next exit
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- Q32Traffic rules
Before changing lanes, what is the safest routine?
- ACheck mirrors, signal, check the blind spot, then move over smoothly when clear
- BSignal and move immediately without checking mirrors
- CMove first and signal afterwards
- DRely only on the reversing camera
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- Q33Right of way
On a multi-lane roundabout you want to take an exit on the far side. Which lane should you generally use on approach?
- AAlways stay in the rightmost lane the whole way round
- BFollow the lane markings and signs, usually a left or inner lane for far exits
- CChoose any lane and change freely inside the roundabout
- DUse the hard shoulder to keep out of traffic
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- Q34Penalties and fines
You drive along the hard shoulder to get past slow traffic. What is the correct statement?
- AIt is allowed whenever traffic is heavy
- BIt is allowed if you keep your speed low
- CIt is only an offence for trucks
- DDriving on the hard shoulder is an offence carrying a fine and black points, as it is for emergencies only
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- Q35Safe driving
Why is it important to keep your windscreen and mirrors clean, especially in the UAE?
- AIt only affects the look of the car
- BClean glass makes the car go faster
- CDust and glare can reduce visibility, and clean glass helps you see hazards clearly
- DIt has no effect on safety
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- Q36Road signs and signals
What is the shape of the STOP sign?
- AA circle
- BAn octagon (eight sides)
- CA triangle
- DA diamond
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- Q37Traffic rules
What is the rule about a yellow box junction (cross-hatched area)?
- AStop inside it and wait for the next green light
- BYou may park in it for short stops
- CDo not enter it unless your exit is clear, so you do not block the junction
- DIt marks a lane reserved for buses only
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- Q38Right of way
Two lanes are merging into one because of a lane closure ahead and traffic is heavy. What is the recommended approach?
- AEveryone must move into the open lane as early as possible
- BUse zip merging, taking turns one vehicle from each lane at the merge point
- CThe faster lane always has priority and should not yield
- DBlock the closing lane so no one can use it
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- Q39Penalties and fines
How should a young child be carried in a car in the UAE?
- AIn an approved child seat or restraint suitable for their age and size
- BOn an adult's lap in the front seat
- CStanding between the front seats
- DAnywhere, as long as the car is not on a highway
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- Q40Safe driving
How should you choose your speed on a road?
- AAlways drive at the maximum limit regardless of conditions
- BDrive at a speed suited to the conditions, within the posted limit
- CMatch the fastest vehicle on the road
- DDrive as slowly as possible everywhere
Answer and explanation in the bank
Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 40-question timed test.
Get the Dubai RTA Theory Test Questions - AED 29What 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 Dubai RTA light vehicle theory test?
The official RTA light vehicle theory test in Dubai has 40 questions and you need 30 correct (75%) to pass. This practice test has 40 questions.
Is this the real exam?
These are practice questions for study only, written from the public RTA handbook and UAE traffic rules and to what candidates report from the real test. They are not the official exam questions and Wathim is not affiliated with the RTA, ITC, SRTA or any UAE government body. Test format, question count and pass mark can change and vary by emirate, so always confirm the current requirements with the licensing authority before your real test.
Is this practice test free?
The first 10 questions are free, with no signup, and each shows the answer and the reason. The full 40-question test, timed, is in the Dubai RTA Theory Test Questions PDF (AED 29, one payment), with every question in the bank.
What does the Dubai 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.