Rules of the roadQuestion 117 of 424

Which times of day must you not sound your horn in a built-up area?

  1. Between 10.00 pm and 6.00 am
  2. Between midnight and 5.00 am
  3. Between 9.00 pm and 8.00 am
  4. Between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am
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Correct answer: Between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am

Do not use the horn in a built-up area between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am, unless a road user poses a danger.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders (103 to 158), Rule 112

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026