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You are driving at 30 mph on a single carriageway road and intend to overtake a cyclist ahead. According to the Highway Code, how should you execute this manoeuvre safely?

  1. A
    Pass closely with less than 0.75 metres of clearance to avoid entering the opposing lane
  2. Leave at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) of clearance and pass at an appropriate speedCevap
  3. C
    Pull out immediately after checking your rear-view mirror without making a blind-spot check
  4. D
    Flash your headlights to warn oncoming traffic that you have priority to complete the pass

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Leave at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) of clearance and pass at an appropriate speed
Under Highway Code Rule 163, drivers must leave at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) of clearance when overtaking cyclists at speeds up to 30 mph, and even more space at higher speeds. Passing must be conducted calmly and safely without rushing or endangering other road users.

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1
Assess the road ahead to ensure there is a sufficiently clear stretch of road with no oncoming vehicles or upcoming hazards.
Determines whether an overtaking manoeuvre can be safely completed without forcing the cyclist or other road users to take evasive action.
Overtaking requires clear visibility and enough road space to move out, pass, and return safely.
2
Apply the Mirrors-Signal-Manoeuvre routine, checking all relevant mirrors and the blind spot before altering road position.
Ensures no other vehicle or motorcyclist is already overtaking from behind.
Blind-spot observations ensure full 360-degree awareness before moving into the overtaking path.
3
Pass the cyclist leaving at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) of clearance while maintaining a safe, controlled speed.
Adheres to Highway Code guidelines for safely overtaking vulnerable road users.
Cyclists may need sudden lateral movement to avoid drains, potholes, or debris, and can be destabilised by passing vehicles.

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Highway Code Rule 163: Safe overtaking clearance and speed when passing vulnerable road users
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