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Take out a dipstick, wipe it with a cloth, put it back in and take it out again. The oil level should be between minimum and maximum markers. It is recommended that the level shouldn’t be lower than ¾ from minimum as it will cause some parts of the engine not to be properly oiled.

Identify the reservoir. The level should be between the minimum and maximum lines. Top it up only when the engine is cold!

Identify the reservoir. Check level. In some cars (Mike’s Toyota) the level may not be visible, in that case if pressure in the washer jets is low, top it up immediately. Some cars may have warning light on the dashboard indicating that the level is low.

Identify the reservoir and check the level against minimum / maximum markings.

Turn on ignition. Press the brake pedal, making use of reflections in windows, garage doors etc. Alternatively ask someone to help. On your practical test, ask examiner to go at the back and check.

The brake pedal should not feel spongy or slack (pedal shouldn’t go easily down). The brakes should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side while you are braking.

Look in the manufacture’s guide, or there might be a sticker on the driver’s side pillar, some cars may have it on the fuel cap. Use a reliable pressure gauge. Check and adjust pressures when the tyres are cold (The tyres will remain cold up to about 3km – 2 miles – if you have travelled further, especially on the faster roads, you may need to wait up to one hour for them to cool down). Don't forget the spare tire (if you have one!). Remember to refit the caps on the valves.

There should be no cuts and bulges, they should have MINIMUM 1.6mm of tread depth across the central ¾ of the breadth of the whole tyre. It’s recommended to change the tyres when the tread depth is at 3 mm. New tyres have tread depth of around 7 – 8 mm.

The ABS / ESP warning light will stay on after starting the engine.

The top of the head restrain should be level with the top of the head.

The steering wheel should not feel heavy when the engine is running, it should feel light.

Explain that you'd turn on ignition, operate the switch, walk around the vehicle.

Explain that you’d switch on hazard warning lights and you’d walk around the vehicle to check functioning of all Indicators (the hazard lights work without ignition).

Turn on dipped beam lights and press fog light(s) button. You should use them when visibility drops below 100 meters. Do not use them in town (where speed limit is 30mph or less) as it may dazzle those behind and in front! You should use back fog lights when travelling at high speed (e.g 70mph) on a motorway with surface spray. Remember to switch them off when visibility has improved.

Operate the left stalk. In my car you need to pull it towards you to switch on / off. Blue light will appear on the dashboard.