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Rule 223: Buses, coaches and trams
Advice, not law
Other vehicles (rules 219 to 225)
Buses, coaches and trams. Give priority to these vehicles when you can do so safely, especially when they signal to pull away from stops. Look out for people getting off a bus or tram and crossing the road.
Advice, not law. This rule is not written in capitals, so breaking it is not an offence in itself — but it can still be used in evidence in court to establish liability. The rules that say MUST or MUST NOT are the ones backed by law.
5 theory test questions on this rule
From the DVSA revision question bank. These are not the questions asked in the real theory test. Each one shows the answer, the explanation, and our own note on why every other option is not it.
Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
- A bus has stopped at a bus stop ahead of you. What should you do if its right-hand indicator is flashing? The driver
- What must buses and coaches display when they're used for school contract work? Carrying passengers
- You'll be driving a high-floor coach. You'll be going over several high bridges. Why should you check the weather forecast before starting your journey? The road
- Unless otherwise shown, what's the minimum headroom under bridges in the UK? Vehicle weights and dimensions