LGV Vehicle Safety Checks

Question 1

Before starting a journey, what fluid level must an LGV driver check under a daily walkaround check?

Accepted Answer

Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid and screenwash

Answer

Engine oil only

Answer

Fuel and oil only

Answer

Coolant and brake fluid only

Question 2

How should an LGV driver check tyre pressure is correct?

Accepted Answer

Use a calibrated tyre pressure gauge when tyres are cold

Answer

Check visually for obvious deflation only

Answer

Tap the tyres with a hammer

Answer

Ask the depot fitter to check monthly

Question 3

What is the minimum legal tread depth for LGV (goods vehicle) tyres?

Accepted Answer

1 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread width

Answer

1.6 mm across three-quarters of the tread width

Answer

2 mm across the full tread width

Answer

0.5 mm minimum depth

Question 4

During a walkaround check, a driver notices a cracked windscreen. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Report it to the transport manager and assess if it impairs vision before driving

Answer

Only report it when it reaches the driver's field of vision

Answer

Continue driving — small cracks are acceptable

Answer

Apply windscreen repair film and continue

Question 5

What should a driver check regarding the vehicle's lights during a daily inspection?

Accepted Answer

That all lights (including brake lights, indicators, and marker lights) function correctly

Answer

Headlights only

Answer

Only legally required lights such as brake lights

Answer

Just the dashboard warning lights

Question 6

What is the purpose of a 'DVSA defect reporting system' or 'driver defect report'?

Accepted Answer

To document defects found during the walkaround so the operator can arrange repair

Answer

To inform DVSA directly of every defect

Answer

To record the driver's working hours

Answer

To list the vehicle's load details