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You must be 17 to drive a car; you need to pass theory and practical tests; licences are issued by the DVLA

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What is the minimum age to drive a car in the UK?

16

17

18

21

Explanation

You must be at least 17 to drive a car in the UK. 16 is the age for riding a moped. 18 is the voting age. 21 is not a standard driving threshold in the UK.

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Which government agency issues driving licences in the UK?

The Home Office

The DVLA

The NHS

The CPS

Explanation

The DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) issues all driving licences in the UK. The Home Office handles immigration and passports. The NHS provides healthcare. The CPS handles criminal prosecutions.

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What tests must you pass to get a full UK driving licence?

Only a practical driving test

A theory test and a practical driving test

A written exam, a practical test, and a medical exam

Only a theory test

Explanation

To get a full UK driving licence, you must pass both a theory test and a practical driving test. There is no separate medical exam requirement for standard licences.

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What does MOT stand for in the context of vehicle ownership?

A type of car insurance

A compulsory annual vehicle safety test for cars over 3 years old

A tax paid when buying a new car

A driving test for new drivers

Explanation

An MOT certificate confirms that a vehicle over 3 years old has passed a safety and environmental test. It is not insurance, a purchase tax, or a driving test for new drivers.