Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

When should you hold back and not attempt to overtake a cyclist?

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Just before turning left

Just after changing gear

On a one-way street

On a dual carriageway

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Just before turning leftThis was the right answer

Don't overtake any vehicle just before you turn left. If there's a cyclist in front, be patient: let the cyclist pass the turning and then turn left behind them.

Reviewed reading for this question

Rule H3Highway Code rule · Do not overtake then turn across a rider; hold back and let cyclists or mopeds clear the junction or roundabout path.Rule 182Highway Code rule · Do not overtake then turn across a rider; hold back and let cyclists or mopeds clear the junction or roundabout path.Rule 186Highway Code rule · Do not overtake then turn across a rider; hold back and let cyclists or mopeds clear the junction or roundabout path.

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