Great Britain Theory Test Coach
Hazards and alertnessQuestion 251 of 424

Where should you not overtake, because you cannot see far enough ahead?

  1. Near a hump bridge, bend or the brow of a hill
  2. On a long straight road with clear view
  3. On a wide dual carriageway
  4. In a quiet lay-by
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Correct answer: Near a hump bridge, bend or the brow of a hill

Do not overtake if you cannot see far enough to be sure it is safe. Bends, hump bridges and hill brows hide danger.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Using the road (159 to 203), Rule 166

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026