Documentation, insurance and obligations of the driver
Documentation, insurance and driver obligations questions check that the car and driver are legally entitled to be on the road. The exam focuses on licence class, registration, mandatory insurance and inspection duties.
Core obligations
You must hold a valid licence for the vehicle and carry it when driving. The vehicle must be registered to the correct owner and have mandatory third-party insurance. Driving uninsured or without a valid licence can lead to penalties and loss of the right to drive. Keep the vehicle roadworthy and present it for periodic inspection when due.
Changes and incidents
Notify the authorities when you change address or ownership, and make sure the registration reflects the keeper. If you sell, complete the transfer correctly and keep records. After a crash, exchange name, address, registration and insurance details. Report to police when required, especially if someone is injured or there is significant damage.
Worked example
You borrow a car whose owner says insurance is arranged. Before driving, you check that the car is registered and insured and that your licence covers it. A promise is not proof; if cover is uncertain, you do not drive.
Traps
The car’s insurance does not automatically cover every driver. A foreign licence may be valid only for a limited period. Do not postpone inspection or ignore recalls. Do not leave the scene of a crash without exchanging details; failing to stop can be serious.