DKTKey points on overtaking for the New South Wales learner test. Each answer is checked against the official New South Wales handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.
When may you overtake a vehicle on its left side?
Answer: When it is turning right and signalling, and it is safe
You may pass on the left only in limited cases, such as a vehicle that is signalling to turn right, a stopped vehicle, or in a marked lane on a multi-lane road.
Practice question 73 · official source
Can you go over the speed limit to finish overtaking another vehicle?
Answer: No, the limit applies while you overtake
The speed limit still applies while you overtake. Check there is enough clear road to pass without speeding.
Practice question 74 · official source
When must you not overtake another vehicle?
Answer: When you cannot see that the road ahead is clear
You may overtake only if you have a clear view of approaching traffic and can do it safely.
Practice question 75 · official source
You are approaching a crest or curve and cannot see whether traffic is coming. May you overtake?
Answer: No, you need a clear view of approaching traffic
You must not overtake when you cannot clearly see approaching traffic, for example before a crest or curve or in limited visibility.
Practice question 76 · official source
On a road with one lane in each direction you normally overtake on the right. When may you overtake on the left?
Answer: When the vehicle ahead is waiting to turn right
You may overtake on the left only if the vehicle is waiting to turn right or make a U-turn from the centre, is stopped, or you are on a multi-lane road.
Practice question 77 · official source
When should you move back in front of a vehicle you have overtaken?
Answer: When you can see the vehicle in your rear vision mirror
Make sure there is room to move back into the lane. You should be able to see the vehicle you passed in your rear vision mirror, and indicate when you move in.
Practice question 78 · official source
The faster the vehicle in front is travelling, how does that affect overtaking it?
Answer: You need more distance and time to overtake
The faster a vehicle is travelling, the more distance and time you need to overtake it safely.
Practice question 79 · official source
You are not sure there is enough distance to overtake the vehicle ahead. What should you do?
Answer: Wait for a better opportunity with more distance
If you have any doubts about overtaking, wait until it is safer.
Practice question 80 · official source
You are in the red vehicle behind a vehicle that is travelling normally and not turning. On which side should you overtake it?
Answer: On its right-hand side, in most situations
You can generally only overtake on the right. Overtaking on the left is allowed only in limited cases, such as a vehicle turning right, a stopped vehicle, or a multi-lane road.
Practice question 81 · official source
What should you do before you start to overtake another vehicle?
Answer: Check the road, mirrors and blind spot, then indicate
Before overtaking, check the road ahead is clear, check your mirrors and blind spots, and indicate your intention.