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QuizTraffic rulesPortugal

Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Portugal.

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True/false 17 Portugal 33 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 640
Why should you slow down near schools or playgrounds?

151. Why should you slow down near schools or playgrounds?

Children always have priority near schools.
✓ Children may behave unpredictably.
Vehicles must stop whenever children are nearby.
School zones are closed to normal traffic.

Children may suddenly cross the road or move unexpectedly, so drivers should slow down and stay alert near schools and playgrounds.

Vehicle approaching a school or playground area
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It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

152. It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

True.
✓ False.

Using your phone while driving is distracting and dangerous, even for a very short moment.

Driver glancing at a phone while driving
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What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

153. What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

To tighten the shoulder belt.
To lock the seat in position.
✓ To release the seat belt.
To adjust the belt height.

Pressing the button on the seat-belt buckle releases the latch so the belt can be unfastened. Keep the seat belt fastened whenever required while the vehicle is moving.

Release button on a seat-belt buckle
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Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

154. Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

They could prevent the seat belt from locking.
They could cause the airbag warning light to stay on.
✓ They could interfere with deployment and become dangerous projectiles.
They could make the airbag deploy too slowly.

Do not place or attach objects over an airbag cover or in an airbag's deployment area. They may interfere with the airbag as it inflates and could be thrown towards occupants when the airbag deploys.

Objects placed over a vehicle's airbag cover
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Which selector position is used for normal forward driving?

155. Which selector position is used for normal forward driving?

✓ D (Drive).
N (Neutral).
P (Park).
R (Reverse).

Select D (Drive) for normal forward driving in a vehicle with an automatic transmission. The transmission then selects the appropriate gear automatically.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

156. What does the intermittent wiper interval control adjust?

The speed of the rear wiper.
The amount of washer fluid sprayed.
The brightness of the dashboard.
✓ The time between wiper sweeps.

The intermittent wiper interval control adjusts the time between windscreen-wiper sweeps, allowing the driver to match the wiping frequency to light rain or spray.

Interval adjustment for intermittent windscreen wiping
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

157. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Mirror adjustment.
✓ Electric window control.
Window lock.
Child safety lock.

This control operates the vehicle's electric windows. Pressing or pulling the switch lowers or raises the corresponding window.

Switch for operating an electric window
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

158. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Windscreen washer.
Rear window demister.
Front windscreen demister.
✓ Rear window wiper.

This symbol controls the rear window wiper. Depending on the vehicle, the same control may also operate the rear-window washer.

Rear-window wiper control and symbol
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

159. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Adaptive cruise control.
✓ Lane-departure warning.
Automatic emergency braking.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the lane-departure warning or lane-keeping system. The system monitors the vehicle's position within its lane and may warn the driver if the vehicle begins to leave the lane unintentionally.

Lane-departure warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if someone is injured in a road collision?

160. What should you do if someone is injured in a road collision?

✓ Call for help and avoid moving them unless there is immediate danger.
Move them to a more comfortable position immediately.
Remove a motorcyclist's helmet to check for injuries.
Help them stand up and check whether they can walk.

Moving an injured person can worsen spinal or other injuries. Keep them calm, protect them from further danger, and provide first aid only within your level of training.

Assistance for an injured person after a road collision
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What should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

161. What should cyclists do when cycling downhill?

Use only one brake to reduce the risk of skidding.
Brake as late as possible before bends.
✓ Control your speed and keep both hands ready to brake.
Let the bicycle gain speed while the road ahead is clear.

Higher speed increases stopping distance and reduces reaction time. Maintain a speed that allows you to stop safely.

Cyclist riding down a hill
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What should you do if spray from other vehicles makes it hard to see?

162. What should you do if spray from other vehicles makes it hard to see?

Use main beam so the spray is easier to see through.
Move closer to the vehicle ahead for guidance.
Change lanes immediately to find a clearer view.
✓ Slow down and increase following distance.

Spray can seriously reduce visibility. Slowing down and increasing your distance gives you more time and a clearer view.

Road spray from a vehicle ahead
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Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D1?

163. Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D1?

✓ Minibuses for up to 16 passengers and no longer than 8 m.
Cars carrying no more than eight passengers.
Minibuses of any length.
Buses designed for any number of passengers.

Category D1 covers vehicles designed to carry no more than 16 passengers in addition to the driver and with a maximum length of 8 metres. A trailer up to 750 kg may be towed.

Minibus covered by category D1
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

164. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Air conditioning is active.
Winter tyres are fitted.
✓ Risk of icy road conditions.
Engine coolant is too cold.

This symbol warns that the outside temperature is low enough for ice to form. Road surfaces, especially bridges and shaded areas, may be slippery even when they appear clear.

Icy-road warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if you smell fuel or see fuel leaking from your vehicle?

165. What should you do if you smell fuel or see fuel leaking from your vehicle?

Drive slowly to the nearest fuel station.
Restart the engine to check whether the leak continues.
✓ Stop, switch off the engine, avoid flames or sparks, and call for assistance.
Ignore a small leak if the fuel level remains stable.

Leaking fuel creates a serious fire risk. Keep people away, do not restart the engine, and arrange professional assistance.

Fuel leaking from a vehicle
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Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

166. Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

Fog makes vehicles appear larger than they are.
Fog makes road markings appear closer together.
✓ Limited visibility makes distances and movement harder to estimate.
Fog changes the way mirrors show moving vehicles.

Fog reduces visual information, making it harder to judge how far away another vehicle is and how quickly it is approaching.

Other traffic partly obscured by fog
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When should you use rear fog lights?

167. When should you use rear fog lights?

When driving on an unlit road.
✓ When visibility is seriously reduced by fog or similar conditions.
When another vehicle is following closely.
When visibility is slightly reduced.

Rear fog lights are very bright and should only be used when visibility is poor enough to require them.

Rear fog lights used in severely reduced visibility
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Why should you take regular breaks during a long journey?

168. Why should you take regular breaks during a long journey?

To reduce tyre pressure.
✓ To help prevent fatigue and maintain concentration.
To improve fuel quality.
To allow the engine to cool down.

Regular breaks during a long journey help reduce fatigue and maintain concentration. Do not wait until you are struggling to stay awake before stopping to rest.

Driver resting during a long journey
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How can the parking brake help when moving off uphill?

169. How can the parking brake help when moving off uphill?

It selects a lower gear automatically.
It releases the clutch.
✓ It can prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards.
It increases engine power.

When moving off uphill, the parking brake can hold the vehicle stationary while you prepare to move. Release it smoothly once the clutch reaches the biting point and sufficient power is applied.

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How should you leave a broken-down vehicle when traffic is passing nearby?

170. How should you leave a broken-down vehicle when traffic is passing nearby?

✓ Use the door furthest from moving traffic when it is safe to do so.
Stand beside the vehicle before moving away.
Leave through the door nearest moving traffic.
Get out immediately without checking for traffic.

Leaving through the side away from traffic reduces the risk of being struck by a passing vehicle.

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Which side is normally used for overtaking in Portugal?

171. Which side is normally used for overtaking in Portugal?

Right-hand side.
✓ Left-hand side.

Drivers normally overtake on the left-hand side in Portugal.

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How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

172. How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

✓ Be prepared for sudden wind changes when passing.
Accelerate sharply as soon as you start passing.
Stay close beside it to remain sheltered from the wind.
Use the horn before moving alongside the vehicle.

Large vehicles can block wind and then expose you to strong gusts when you pass them.

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What should you do at a railway crossing without barriers?

173. What should you do at a railway crossing without barriers?

✓ Stop if required, check carefully, and cross only when safe.
Stop only if you hear a train approaching.
Cross quickly if you cannot see a train.
Follow the vehicle ahead without checking yourself.

Approach railway crossings carefully, obey any requirement to stop and any warning signals or barriers, and cross only when it is safe.

Railway crossing without barriers
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What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

174. What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

Check only the bicycle and ignore minor injuries.
Test the bicycle by riding it before checking for damage.
Check only the parts that were directly involved in the fall.
✓ Check yourself and inspect the bicycle before riding again.

A fall can damage the brakes, wheels, frame, handlebars, or helmet. Injuries may also not be immediately obvious.

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Why should you avoid parking a petrol or diesel vehicle on dry grass?

175. Why should you avoid parking a petrol or diesel vehicle on dry grass?

The tyres could lose pressure more quickly.
The engine could become difficult to restart.
The grass could block the vehicle's ventilation system.
✓ Hot exhaust components could ignite the vegetation.

Parts of the exhaust system, especially the catalytic converter, can become very hot while driving. Parking over dry grass, leaves, or other combustible vegetation can create a fire risk. Park on a suitable non-flammable surface whenever possible.

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Why should you not overtake near the top of a hill?

176. Why should you not overtake near the top of a hill?

Hilltops usually have a slippery road surface.
Speed limits always decrease near hill crests.
Vehicles ahead always have priority on hills.
✓ You may not see oncoming traffic or hidden hazards.

Near the top of a hill, your view ahead is limited. Oncoming vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, or obstacles may be hidden.

Hill crest hiding the road ahead
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What should you do if the accelerator becomes stuck while you are driving?

177. What should you do if the accelerator becomes stuck while you are driving?

✓ Select neutral, brake firmly, and steer to a safe stopping place.
Apply the parking brake sharply while moving.
Keep driving and wait for the accelerator to release.
Press the accelerator harder to try to free it.

Selecting neutral disconnects engine power from the wheels. Brake firmly, maintain steering control, and switch off the engine after stopping safely.

Stuck accelerator pedal in a vehicle
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What should you do before rejoining traffic after a breakdown?

178. What should you do before rejoining traffic after a breakdown?

Enter the lane slowly so other traffic has time to react.
✓ Check all around, signal, and enter only when there is a safe gap.
Signal and expect approaching traffic to slow down.
Pull out as soon as there is enough space for your vehicle.

Check mirrors and blind spots, signal clearly, and build up speed safely without causing approaching traffic to brake suddenly.

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What should happen after an airbag has deployed?

179. What should happen after an airbag has deployed?

✓ The restraint system should be professionally inspected and repaired.
The airbag can be folded back into the dashboard.
The airbag can be reused if it is not torn.
Only the airbag warning light needs to be reset.

A deployed airbag is a single-use safety component. After deployment, the restraint system should be professionally inspected and the airbag and any other affected components replaced or repaired as required before the system is relied upon again.

Deployed airbag inside a vehicle
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What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

180. What should you expect when leaving a sheltered area during strong winds?

Higher speed limits.
Your steering may become lighter.
The vehicle may automatically slow down.
✓ A sudden gust may affect your vehicle.

Buildings, trees, and other obstacles can block wind. When you leave shelter, a sudden gust may push your vehicle.

Vehicle leaving a sheltered stretch of road
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

181. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Central door locking.
✓ Window lock.
Mirror adjustment.
Electric window control.

This control activates the window lock, which normally prevents passengers from operating their electric windows while leaving control with the driver.

Lock switch for passenger window controls
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Does driving at the speed limit always mean your speed is safe?

182. Does driving at the speed limit always mean your speed is safe?

Yes, if the road ahead appears clear.
Yes, if your vehicle is in good condition.
Only when driving outside built-up areas.
✓ No, you may need to drive more slowly for the conditions.

A speed limit is a maximum permitted speed, not a target. You may need to drive more slowly because of traffic, poor visibility, weather, road conditions, pedestrians, cyclists, or other hazards.

Speed-limit sign and changing road conditions
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What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

183. What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

✓ Stay inside, use hazard lights, and call the emergency services.
Switch off all lights to preserve the battery.
Leave the vehicle and wait beside it for help.
Walk along the road to find assistance.

If leaving the vehicle would put you in greater danger, remain restrained, make the vehicle visible, contact the emergency services, and follow their instructions.

Vehicle stranded among moving traffic
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What should you do if illness affects your ability to drive safely?

184. What should you do if illness affects your ability to drive safely?

Drive only if the journey is short.
Open a window to help you stay alert.
Ask a passenger to watch the road for you.
✓ Do not drive until you are fit to do so.

Illness can reduce concentration, alertness, coordination, or reaction time. If you do not feel fit to drive safely, postpone the journey or use another form of transport.

Driver feeling unwell before a journey
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What does Code 96 allow with a category B licence?

185. What does Code 96 allow with a category B licence?

A combination weighing more than 4,250 kg.
A goods vehicle weighing up to 7,500 kg.
Any category B vehicle with any trailer.
✓ A trailer over 750 kg with a combination over 3,500 and up to 4,250 kg.

Code 96 allows a category B vehicle to tow a trailer over 750 kg when the combined maximum authorised mass exceeds 3,500 kg but does not exceed 4,250 kg. Code 96 is not a separate driving licence category.

Car and trailer combination for category B with Code 96
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

186. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Power-steering warning.
Brake-system warning.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Service or maintenance required.

This symbol indicates that the vehicle requires servicing or maintenance. The exact meaning and required maintenance can vary between vehicles, so check the vehicle information display or owner's manual.

Service reminder symbol on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

187. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Parking assistance.
✓ Horn.
Hazard warning lights.
Cruise control.

This symbol indicates the horn control. The horn is used to warn other road users of your presence when necessary.

Vehicle horn control and symbol
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

188. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Air recirculation.
Windscreen wiper speed.
✓ Windscreen washer.
Rear window demister.

This symbol indicates the windscreen washer. Operating the control sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen and normally activates the wipers to help clean the glass.

Windscreen-washer control and spray symbol
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

189. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Electronic stability control.
✓ Anti-lock braking system warning.
Brake-pad wear warning.
Low tyre pressure.

This symbol indicates a possible fault with the anti-lock braking system (ABS). Normal braking may still be available, but ABS may not operate during heavy braking, so the system should be checked.

Anti-lock braking system warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

190. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Parking brake.
Boot release.
✓ Bonnet release.
Central door locking.

This control releases the bonnet so that it can be opened. A secondary safety catch under the bonnet normally has to be released before it can be fully raised.

Bonnet-release control and symbol
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Why should you adjust the seat and mirrors correctly before driving?

191. Why should you adjust the seat and mirrors correctly before driving?

✓ To maintain good control and a clear view around the vehicle.
To make the steering and pedals easier to operate.
To reduce the vehicle's stopping distance.
To make blind spots disappear completely.

A correct driving position helps you operate the pedals and steering comfortably and maintain proper control. Correctly adjusted mirrors improve your view around the vehicle and help reduce blind spots. Adjust both before starting your journey.

Adjusting the driving position and mirrors before a journey
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What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

192. What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

Drive close behind before starting the overtake.
Overtake whenever the vehicle ahead is moving slowly.
Signal and expect other traffic to make room.
✓ Make sure it is safe and allowed.

Before overtaking, check the road, mirrors, blind spots, signs, and markings, use your indicator, and only overtake when it is safe and permitted.

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When should a passenger get on or off a motorcycle?

193. When should a passenger get on or off a motorcycle?

✓ When the motorcycle is stationary and the rider is ready.
While the motorcycle is moving slowly.
Whenever the passenger feels ready.
As soon as the engine has been started.

A passenger getting on or off can shift the motorcycle's balance suddenly. The motorcycle should be stationary and stable, and the passenger should wait until the rider is ready and prepared to support the extra movement.

Passenger getting onto a stationary motorcycle
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Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

194. Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

It makes mirrors unnecessary when reversing.
✓ It may not show everything around the vehicle.
It guarantees that the path behind is clear.
It shows every blind spot around the vehicle.

Reversing cameras can help, but they may have blind spots and limited coverage. Always check your mirrors and surroundings, look around where possible, and reverse slowly.

Reversing-camera display inside a vehicle
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What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

195. What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely if your view is affected.
Drive faster to reach a safe place sooner.
Rely on the mirrors instead of the windscreen.
Continue driving if you can still see part of the road.

Severe damage can obstruct your view and weaken the glass. Do not continue if you cannot see the road clearly.

Damaged windscreen affecting the driver's view
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What should you do before a long journey to reduce the risk of driver fatigue?

196. What should you do before a long journey to reduce the risk of driver fatigue?

Keep the cabin as warm as possible.
Avoid taking any breaks until you feel tired.
Plan to drive through the night.
✓ Get enough sleep before starting the journey.

Getting enough sleep before a long journey helps reduce the risk of driver fatigue. Plan breaks in advance and avoid starting a long drive when you are already tired.

Rest and preparation before a long drive
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How does higher speed affect a vehicle's stopping distance?

197. How does higher speed affect a vehicle's stopping distance?

✓ It increases the distance needed to stop.
It affects reaction distance but not braking distance.
It decreases the distance needed to stop.
It has no effect if the brakes are in good condition.

As speed increases, the vehicle travels farther while the driver reacts and requires more distance to brake. This means the total stopping distance increases significantly as speed rises.

Vehicle speed and the distance needed to stop
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What is the minimum age for riding a moped in Portugal?

198. What is the minimum age for riding a moped in Portugal?

15 years.
18 years.
✓ 14 years.
16 years.

The minimum age for riding a moped in Portugal is generally 14 years.

Minimum age for riding a moped
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How should a passenger normally sit on a motorcycle?

199. How should a passenger normally sit on a motorcycle?

With one foot hanging down when travelling slowly.
✓ Securely on the passenger seat with both feet on the footrests.
Standing on the footrests when the road is uneven.
As far back as possible without using the footrests.

A motorcycle passenger should sit securely on the designated passenger seat, keep both feet on the footrests and avoid sudden movements that could affect the motorcycle's balance and stability.

Passenger seated on a motorcycle with feet on the footrests
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Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence CE?

200. Which vehicle combination is covered by driving licence CE?

✓ A category C vehicle with a trailer over 750 kg.
A category D bus with a heavy trailer.
A C1 vehicle without a trailer.
A category C vehicle with a trailer up to 750 kg.

Category CE covers combinations consisting of a category C towing vehicle and a trailer or semi-trailer with a maximum authorised mass above 750 kg.

Heavy goods vehicle and trailer covered by category CE
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