You’re following a slower-moving vehicle on a narrow country road. There’s a junction just ahead on the right. What should you do?

Overtake after checking your mirrors and signalling

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Only consider overtaking when you're past the junction

Accelerate quickly to pass before the junction

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Slow down and prepare to overtake on the left

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Hint

You should never overtake as you approach a junction. If a vehicle emerged from the junction while you were overtaking, a dangerous situation could develop very quickly.

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You’re following a slower-moving vehicle on a narrow country road. There’s a junction just ahead on the right. What should you do?

You may also be interested in these theory test questions

What does the solid white line at the side of the road indicate?

What type of vehicle could you expect to meet in the middle of the road?

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Why should the junction on the left be kept clear?

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You’re waiting to emerge at a junction. Your view is restricted by parked vehicles. What can help you to see traffic on the road you’re joining?