What does this road sign mean?
- A No goods vehicles under 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass
- B No goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass
- C No goods vehicles over 7.5 metres overall height
- D No goods vehicles under 7.5 metres overall height
Why this is the answer
It's essential that all limits are complied with to avoid breaking the law and facing possible prosecution. Weight restrictions normally apply to the plated weight of a vehicle, often referred to as the maximum authorised mass (MAM).
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- No goods vehicles under 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass — The restriction keeps heavy vehicles out, not light ones.
- C
- No goods vehicles over 7.5 metres overall height — Height limits are shown in metres and feet with a different symbol.
- D
- No goods vehicles under 7.5 metres overall height — A minimum height restriction does not exist.
Where this comes from
- The Highway Code — page 126
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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