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Hazards and alertnessQuestion 257 of 424

What should you do while you reverse?

  1. Reverse fast to clear the road
  2. Look mainly in the door mirror
  3. Use only the rear camera
  4. Reverse slowly and look mainly through the rear window
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Correct answer: Reverse slowly and look mainly through the rear window

Check all round. The front of your car will swing out as you turn.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Using the road (159 to 203), Rule 202

Practice hazards and alertness

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026