Show me, tell me questions explained

During your practical test you'll be asked two vehicle safety questions. One is a 'tell me' question, asked before you start driving. The other is a 'show me' question, asked while you're driving.

Common tell me questions

1. 1Tell me how you'd check the brakes are working before starting a journey.
2. 2Tell me how you'd check the tyres have sufficient tread depth and are in good condition.
3. 3Tell me where you'd find the information for the recommended tyre pressures.
4. 4Tell me how you'd check the headlights and tail lights are working.

Common show me questions

1. 1When it's safe to do so, show me how you'd wash and clean the front windscreen.
2. 2When it's safe to do so, show me how you'd switch on your dipped headlights.
3. 3When it's safe to do so, show me how you'd demist the rear windscreen.
4. 4When it's safe to do so, show me how you'd operate the horn.