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Rules of the roadQuestion 121 of 424

Double white lines have a solid line nearer to you. When may you cross it to pass a cyclist?

  1. Never
  2. If the cyclist goes at 20 mph or less
  3. If the cyclist goes at 10 mph or less and the road is clear
  4. If you sound your horn first
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Correct answer: If the cyclist goes at 10 mph or less and the road is clear

You may cross to pass a cycle, horse or road maintenance vehicle going 10 mph or less, if the road is clear.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders (103 to 158), Rule 129

Practice rules of the road

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026