Driving Test Questions 347

What should you do when approaching a vehicle broken down in your lane?
A. Accelerate toward it
B. Slow down and change lanes or stop if necessary
C. Honk continuously and continue
D. Drive onto sidewalk

What should you do when driving at dusk when visibility is reducing but it is not fully dark?
A. Wait until dark to turn on lights
B. Switch on headlights to improve visibility to others
C. Accelerate
D. Use hazard lights

What should you do when driving behind a vehicle carrying livestock?
A. Follow closely
B. Keep distance and be prepared for sudden movement
C. Honk continuously
D. Overtake on a bend

What should you do when approaching a narrow road with sharp bends and no center line?
A. Accelerate
B. Reduce speed and keep well to the left
C. Overtake frequently
D. Honk continuously

What should you do when your windshield becomes foggy while driving?
A. Ignore it
B. Use the defogger or ventilation system to clear it
C. Accelerate
D. Open only one window slightly

What should you do when approaching a bridge with limited width and an oncoming vehicle is already on it?
A. Enter anyway
B. Wait until the bridge is clear
C. Honk continuously
D. Accelerate

What should you do when driving on a road where sand has blown across the surface?
A. Brake suddenly
B. Reduce speed and avoid sharp steering
C. Accelerate
D. Turn sharply

What should you do when you see warning triangles placed behind a vehicle on the road?
A. Ignore them
B. Slow down and prepare for a stationary vehicle ahead
C. Accelerate
D. Honk continuously

What should you do when driving in traffic and an emergency vehicle approaches from behind with siren on?
A. Accelerate
B. Move to the side and allow it to pass
C. Stop in the middle
D. Ignore

What should you do when driving in an unfamiliar area at night and you are unsure of directions?
A. Stop in the middle of the road
B. Pull over safely and check directions or maps
C. Accelerate randomly
D. Turn off headlights

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers in Kenya?
A. 0.10%
B. 0.08%
C. 0.00% for public service vehicle drivers and very low limit for private drivers
D. No limit

Which document must every driver carry while driving in Kenya?
A. National ID only
B. Vehicle service history
C. Valid driving licence
D. Insurance receipt only

What does a vehicle’s registration certificate prove?
A. Who serviced the vehicle
B. Legal ownership and registration details
C. That the vehicle is insured
D. That the vehicle passed inspection today

What is the purpose of vehicle insurance?
A. To reduce fuel consumption
B. To provide financial protection in case of accidents or damage
C. To improve vehicle speed
D. To avoid paying taxes

What should you do if you are involved in a road accident with injuries?
A. Leave immediately
B. Report the accident to the police as soon as possible
C. Only exchange phone numbers
D. Ignore if damage is small

What is the purpose of a vehicle’s radiator?
A. To store fuel
B. To cool the engine by dissipating heat
C. To increase speed
D. To lubricate moving parts

What does a red warning light on the dashboard usually indicate?
A. Everything is normal
B. A serious fault requiring immediate attention
C. The radio is on
D. Low fuel only

How often should a private vehicle undergo inspection in Kenya (when required by law)?
A. Every month
B. Every 10 years
C. As required for commercial vehicles annually; private vehicles when directed or for transfer
D. Never

What should you do if your brake pedal suddenly becomes very hard?
A. Ignore it
B. Have the braking system checked immediately
C. Accelerate
D. Pump the accelerator

What is the main function of engine oil?
A. To cool the tires
B. To lubricate moving engine parts and reduce wear
C. To power headlights
D. To clean the exhaust

What should you do if your vehicle’s temperature gauge shows overheating?
A. Continue driving
B. Stop safely and allow the engine to cool
C. Add cold water immediately while engine is hot
D. Accelerate to cool faster

What is the minimum age to obtain a driving licence for a private car in Kenya?
A. 16 years
B. 18 years
C. 21 years
D. 25 years

What should you do if you lose your driving licence?
A. Continue driving without it
B. Apply for a replacement through the official licensing system
C. Use a photocopy permanently
D. Borrow another person’s licence

What does third-party insurance cover?
A. Damage to your own vehicle only
B. Damage or injury caused to other people or their property
C. Fuel costs
D. Mechanical repairs only

What is the purpose of a vehicle’s battery?
A. To cool the engine
B. To supply electrical energy to start the engine and power electrical systems
C. To store fuel
D. To reduce exhaust emissions

What should you check before starting a long journey?
A. Only the radio
B. Tire pressure, fuel level, engine oil, and coolant
C. Only headlights
D. Seat color

What is the penalty for driving without insurance in Kenya?
A. Warning only
B. Fines and possible prosecution under traffic law
C. Free towing
D. No penalty

What does a worn-out tire tread increase the risk of?
A. Fuel efficiency
B. Skidding and loss of control, especially on wet roads
C. Engine overheating
D. Brake failure only

What should you do if your headlights fail at night?
A. Continue driving fast
B. Stop as soon as it is safe and repair them before continuing
C. Use hazard lights only and keep driving
D. Turn off engine

What is the function of a vehicle’s clutch?
A. To cool the engine
B. To connect and disconnect the engine from the transmission
C. To steer the vehicle
D. To power headlights