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What's the first thing you should check before moving to the left?

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The nearside mirror

The offside mirror

Behind, over your right shoulder

Behind, over your left shoulder

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The nearside mirrorThis was the right answer

Before you make a turn or a change of direction, however slight, you should always check the mirrors. If you intend to turn left, check your left-hand (nearside) mirror first.

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Rule 161Highway Code rule · Check the side into which you intend to move and confirm the whole vehicle is clear after passing an obstruction; the opposite mirror alone is not sufficient.

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