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Revision question · Band 3 driving test, disabilities, law
You're driving on a road that has double white lines along the centre of the road. The line nearest you is continuous. When may you cross this line to overtake?
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When you're passing traffic that's queuing at a junction with a major road
When you can see there are no obstructions on the right-hand side of the road
When you're passing a road maintenance vehicle that's travelling at less than 10 mph
When you're passing a car that's slowing down to turn left into a minor road
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When you're passing a road maintenance vehicle that's travelling at less than 10 mphThis was the right answer
If there are double white lines along the centre of the road and the line nearest you is continuous, you mustn't cross or straddle the line, except in specific circumstances. These include to enter premises or a side road, or to pass a stationary vehicle. You may also overtake a bicycle, horse, or road maintenance vehicle, provided they're travelling at 10 mph or less. You mustn't park on such a road, but you may stop to pick up or set down passengers.
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Rule 129Highway Code rule · The original solid-nearer double-white-line artwork was inspected. A stationary obstruction and a qualifying slow road-maintenance vehicle are separate exact exceptions.
Sign no longer in the packRoad sign · The original solid-nearer double-white-line artwork was inspected. A stationary obstruction and a qualifying slow road-maintenance vehicle are separate exact exceptions. · Not available in this content build