Great Britain Theory Test Coach
Other vehiclesQuestion 329 of 424

You see a vehicle with a flashing amber beacon. What does it warn of?

  1. A vehicle that is racing to an emergency
  2. A police car on patrol
  3. A vehicle that must be overtaken
  4. A slow-moving or stationary vehicle, or an abnormal load
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Correct answer: A slow-moving or stationary vehicle, or an abnormal load

Approach with caution. Examples are a salt spreader, a recovery vehicle or a snow plough.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Road users requiring extra care (204 to 225), Rule 225

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026