Dubai RTA Light vehicle
Timed mock exam· Full mock examsDubai RTA - UAE RTA Theory Mock Test 3
Third full mock exam - another fresh set of 40 questions drawn from all topics. A great way to check your readiness before the real test.
What is the difference between a red circle sign and a red triangle sign?
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
Direction and information signs on highways are most often which colour?
- ARed with black lettering
- BYellow with red lettering
- CGreen or blue with white lettering
- DBlack with white borders only
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- Q12Traffic rules
What must you do at a pedestrian crossing when someone is waiting or crossing?
- ASpeed up to pass before they step out
- BSound your horn so they wait for you
- COnly stop if a traffic officer is present
- DGive way and let pedestrians cross safely
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- Q13Right of way
You reach a junction where a GIVE WAY sign faces your road. What does it require?
- ASlow down, be ready to stop, and yield to traffic on the other road
- BAlways stop fully even when the road is clearly empty
- CContinue at full speed because you have priority
- DYield only to vehicles turning left
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- Q14Penalties and fines
What should you do if your driving licence has expired?
- AKeep driving; an expired licence is still fully valid
- BDrive only at night until you renew it
- CIgnore it unless the police stop you
- DRenew it before driving, because driving on an expired licence is an offence
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- Q15Safe driving
Why should you regularly check that your brakes are working properly?
- ABrakes only matter at very high speeds
- BReliable brakes are essential to stop safely and within a safe distance
- CBrake checks are only needed once in the car's life
- DWorking brakes have no effect on stopping distance
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- Q16Road signs and signals
A number shown inside a red ring on a roadside sign means what?
- AThe minimum speed you must drive
- BThe distance to the next junction
- CThe number of lanes ahead
- DThe maximum speed you may drive
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- Q17Traffic rules
What is the general rule about reversing your vehicle?
- AReverse freely on any road as long as you are quick
- BYou may reverse on a motorway if you miss your exit
- CReversing does not require you to check behind
- DOnly reverse when it is safe and necessary, for the shortest distance, giving way to others
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- Q18Right of way
A pedestrian steps onto a signalled crossing against a red pedestrian signal while your light is green. What should you do?
- AMaintain speed because they crossed illegally
- BSwerve into the next lane without checking
- CBrake and avoid the pedestrian, as protecting life comes before priority
- DSound the horn and accelerate past
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- Q19Penalties and fines
An ambulance with lights and sirens is approaching from behind. What must you do?
- AKeep your position and speed so you do not confuse the driver
- BGive way safely and let it pass, because failing to give way to an emergency vehicle is an offence
- CSpeed up to stay ahead of it
- DStop instantly in your lane wherever you are
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- Q20Safe driving
Approaching thick fog on the road, which lights are usually most appropriate?
- ADipped headlights and fog lights if fitted, not full beam
- BFull beam headlights to see further
- CNo lights at all to avoid reflection
- DHazard lights while driving normally
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- Q21Road signs and signals
You see a speed number inside a blue circle rather than a red ring. What does it most likely mean?
- AA maximum speed you must not exceed
- BA minimum speed you must maintain
- CA parking time limit
- DA toll amount
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- Q22Traffic rules
When should you use front or rear fog lights?
- AAt night on well-lit roads to see better
- BOnly when visibility is seriously reduced by fog, and switch them off when it clears
- CIn light rain to look more visible
- DWhenever you want, since they are brighter
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- Q23Right of way
You are on the main road passing a T-junction and a vehicle is waiting on the minor road to join. What can you expect?
- AYou must always stop and wave the waiting vehicle out
- BThe waiting vehicle has priority over you
- CYou have priority, but stay alert in case the waiting driver pulls out
- DYou should speed up to clear the junction quickly
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- Q24Penalties and fines
How is reckless or dangerous driving that endangers lives treated in the UAE?
- AAs a minor issue handled with a verbal warning
- BAs acceptable on empty roads
- CAs one of the most serious offences, carrying heavy fines, high black points, vehicle impounding and possible jail
- DAs an offence only if a passenger complains
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- Q25Safe driving
Why are large vehicles like trucks and buses a special blind-spot concern?
- AThey have large blind spots, so if you cannot see their mirrors they may not see you
- BThey can always see every vehicle around them
- CThey have no blind spots at all
- DTheir blind spots only exist when reversing
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- Q26Road signs and signals
When you see a triangular warning sign, what is the main action you should take?
- AStop immediately every time
- BIgnore it if the road looks clear
- CSlow down and prepare for the hazard shown
- DSpeed up to clear the area
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- Q27Traffic rules
If you are driving in the far left lane of a motorway and a faster vehicle comes up behind you, what should you do?
- ASlow down and stay in the left lane to make it wait
- BBrake sharply to warn the driver
- CSpeed up above the limit to stay ahead
- DMove over to a right-hand lane when safe to let it pass
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- Q28Right of way
You are inside a roundabout and another driver is waiting to enter from a side road. Who has priority?
- AThe waiting driver, who joined the road first
- BWhichever vehicle is larger
- CYou, because vehicles already on the roundabout have priority
- DNeither, so both should stop
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- Q29Penalties and fines
A driver fits a modified exhaust that makes excessive noise. What is the correct statement?
- ACausing excessive noise or using non-approved modifications can be an offence carrying a fine
- BAny modification is allowed with no penalty
- CNoise rules only apply to motorcycles
- DLoud exhausts are encouraged for safety
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- Q30Safe driving
You want to keep a safe following distance but the road is busy and others keep cutting into your gap. What should you do?
- AClose the gap so no one can move in
- BEase off gently to rebuild the gap rather than tailgate
- CBrake hard each time someone cuts in
- DGive up on keeping any gap at all
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- Q31Road signs and signals
What does a sign with a red diagonal line through a symbol usually mean?
- AThe action shown is prohibited
- BThe action shown is encouraged
- CThe sign is out of use
- DThe action is allowed only at night
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- Q32Traffic rules
You are approaching a multi-lane roundabout and intend to take an exit that is more than halfway around. Which lane is usually most appropriate on entry?
- AAlways the far right lane whatever your exit
- BWhichever lane is shortest at the moment
- CA left-hand lane, following the road markings and signs for that exit
- DThe hard shoulder to skip the queue
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- Q33Right of way
You approach a narrow section where parked vehicles block your side of the road and traffic is coming the other way. Who should generally give way?
- AThe driver whose side is obstructed should wait and let oncoming traffic pass
- BThe oncoming traffic must always reverse for you
- CThe faster vehicle keeps going
- DBoth push through at the same time
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- Q34Penalties and fines
A resident is convicted of drink-driving. Beyond fines and black points, what serious consequence is possible?
- AOnly a short driving-awareness class
- BJail and, for residents, possible deportation, along with vehicle confiscation
- CA refund of past traffic fines
- DNothing beyond a warning letter
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- Q35Safe driving
Before setting off, why should you adjust your mirrors and seat properly?
- AIt only makes the car look tidy
- BCorrect setup improves your view and control, reducing blind spots
- CMirror position has no effect on safety
- DYou should adjust them only while driving
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- Q36Road signs and signals
The letter P on a blue sign usually indicates what?
- AA parking area or parking information
- BA pedestrian-only zone
- CA police checkpoint only
- DA petrol station
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- Q37Traffic rules
When is it acceptable to flash your headlights at another driver?
- ATo order slower cars to get out of your way aggressively
- BTo thank someone by holding the flash for several seconds
- CTo tell others you are ignoring the traffic signals
- DBriefly, to let another road user know you are there
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- Q38Right of way
At a junction where your traffic light has failed and is completely dark, how should you treat it?
- AAssume you have priority and drive straight through
- BTreat it with caution, slow down and give way as if it were an unmarked junction
- CSpeed up to clear the junction before others
- DStop permanently until the lights are repaired
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- Q39Penalties and fines
Do black points expire, or do they stay on a licence forever?
- AThey always stay on the licence permanently
- BThey are removed every time you pay any fine
- CThey can be deleted by asking your insurer
- DThey are cleared 12 months after they were recorded, if the 24-point limit was not reached
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- Q40Safe driving
In which situation should you at least double your normal two to three second following gap?
- AOnly when following a motorcycle
- BOnly when the speed limit is above 120 km/h
- CDoubling the gap is never necessary
- DWhen driving in rain, fog, or on a sandy road surface
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.