Guidance

'Show me, tell me' questions: ADI part 2 test

The 'show me, tell me' safety questions that can be asked in an approved driving instructor (ADI) part 2 test of driving ability.

Published 1 September 2017
Last updated 23 December 2017 — see all updates
From:
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Applies to:
England, Scotland, and Wales

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You’ll be asked some vehicle safety questions during your ADI part 2 test. The questions will be taken from this list.

Published 1 September 2017
Last updated 23 December 2017 + show all updates

  1. Removed the list of questions that applied until 22 December 2017.

  2. Added the date the ADI part 2 test will change.

  3. First published.

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  1. Step 1 Check if you can become an instructor

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    2. Read about driving instructor responsibilities
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