Part of your test includes a 'Show me, Tell Me' section.
This is when your examiner will ask you questions about general
maintenance and safety checks on your car.
You can get an idea of the questions you will be asked on this
page and by clicking each of these , you can see see an example
of the response you would give.
Brakes
should be tested as you set off by applying gentle pressure at
slow speed. Brakes should not feel spongy or slack and the vehicle
should not pull to one side.
In
the manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressure gauge,
check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget
spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.
Tyres
should be checked to ensure there are no cuts or bulges. There
should be 1.6mm of tread depth across the central ¾ of
the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.
This can be checked with a tyre depth guage or the depth markers
in the tyres themselves.
If
the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly.
Before starting a journey two simple checks can be made. Gentle
pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is
started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as
the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering
wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication
that the power assistance is functioning.
Apply
footbrake firmly, Demonstrate by applying parking brake so that
when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the
end of the working travel.
Applying
the indicators or hazard warning switch and check functioning
of all indicators. You may need to switch the ignition on, however
you should not start the engine.
Operate
brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors,
etc, or ask someone to help. As this is now a show me question
the examiner may check the brake lights for you. You may need
to switch the ignition on, however you should not start the
engine.
Set
all relevant controls including; fan, temperature, air direction
/ source and heated screen to clear windscreen and windows.
Engine does not have to be started for this demonstration
Operate
the rear fog switch after switching on dipped headlights check
switch is illuminated and explain that they should only be used
when visibility is reduced to 100 metres or less
Move
the stalk attached to the steering column forwards which will
illuminate a blue warning light on the instrument panel
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Tell
me how you would check the brakes are working before starting
a journey
Brakes
should be tested as you set off by applying gentle pressure at
slow speed. Brakes should not feel spongy or slack and the vehicle
should not pull to one side. 
In
the manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressure gauge,
check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget
spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps. 
Tyres
should be checked to ensure there are no cuts or bulges. There
should be 1.6mm of tread depth across the central ¾ of
the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.
This can be checked with a tyre depth guage or the depth markers
in the tyres themselves. 
Adjust
the rigid part of the restraint so that it is close to the back
of your head and level with your eyes or top of your ears
Operate
light switch (turn on ignition if necessary).
The
ABS warning light would become illuminated on the instrument panel
if there is a fault
Identify
dipstick / oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against
the minimum/maximum markers. 
Identify
reservoir, check fluid level is between high / low markings. 
Identify
high / low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator
filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level. 
Identify
reservoir and explain how the washer fluid should be filled to
a level between the min and max markers on the side of the reservoir 
If
the steering becomes heavy the system may not be working properly.
Before starting a journey two simple checks can be made. Gentle
pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is
started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as
the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering
wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication
that the power assistance is functioning. 
Apply
footbrake firmly, Demonstrate by applying parking brake so that
when it is fully applied it secures itself, and is not at the
end of the working travel. 
Check
is carried out by pressing gently on the control (turn on ignition
if necessary)
Operate
brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows, garage doors,
etc, or ask someone to help. As this is now a show me question
the examiner may check the brake lights for you. You may need
to switch the ignition on, however you should not start the
engine.
Operate
control to wash and wipe windscreen. You may need to switch
the ignition on, however you should not start the engine. 
Set
all relevant controls including; fan, temperature, air direction
/ source and heated screen to clear windscreen and windows.
Engine does not have to be started for this demonstration
Operate
the rear fog switch after switching on dipped headlights check
switch is illuminated and explain that they should only be used
when visibility is reduced to 100 metres or less
Move
the stalk attached to the steering column forwards which will
illuminate a blue warning light on the instrument panel