What colour are the markings on the rear of lorries over 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass?
- A Red/white
- B Red/yellow
- C Black/yellow
- D Black/white
Why this is the answer
All vehicles over 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass must have markings on the rear of the vehicle. These markings are rectangular and are coloured red and yellow. They're there to inform other road users of the characteristics of your vehicle. The markings should be kept clean so that they can be seen clearly at all times, especially at night and in poor visibility.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- Red/white — Red and white is the pattern for longer vehicles' rear markings, not this one.
- C
- Black/yellow — Black and yellow is a hazard pattern used elsewhere.
- D
- Black/white — Black and white is not used for rear markings at all.
Where this comes from
- The Highway Code — page 137
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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