Great Britain Theory Test Coach
Rules of the roadQuestion 120 of 424

The double white lines have a broken line nearer to you. When may you cross to overtake?

  1. If it is safe and you can finish before the solid line on your side
  2. Never
  3. Only at night
  4. Only if you are in a hurry
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Correct answer: If it is safe and you can finish before the solid line on your side

You may overtake if it is safe and you can get back before the solid line.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders (103 to 158), Rule 128

Practice rules of the road

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026