CDL VEHICLE INSPECTION TEST UTAH

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To obtain a CDL, you will be required to pass a vehicle inspection test. The vehicle inspection test, formerly known as pre-trip, is a skills test to see if you identify which features and equipment on the test vehicle should be inspected before driving. During the test, you will be asked to do an inspection of your vehicle. You will be expected to show your knowledge of the inspection process and you will be tested to see if you know whether your vehicle is safe to drive. During the CDL inspection test, DMV does not allow the use of testing aids, other than the vehicle inspection guide in the Utah CDL Manual. To prepare for the test, study the following sections of the CDL manual: Driving Safely and the Vehicle Inspection Test. If you do not pass the CDL inspection test, the other skills tests will be postponed.
1. Wheel and rim problems include:
missing clamps.
mismatched lock rings.
rust around wheel nuts.
All of the above.
2. To check the signal lights, do the following:
Turn off all the lights, turn on the stop lights, and turn on the left turn signal lights.
Turn off all the lights, turn on the right turn signal lights, and turn on the stop lights.
Turn on all the lights, turn off the stop lights, and turn off the left turn signal lights.
Turn on the stop lights, turn on all the lights, and turn on the right turn signal lights.
3. Exhaust system parts should be:
rubbing against fuel system parts.
loose.
leaking.
None of the above.
4. During a walk around inspection, which of the following should you check?
Shock absorber condition.
Condition of the front axle.
Condition of wheel and rim.
All of the above.
5. When looking at the gauges during a pre-trip vehicle inspection:
you should immediately turn on the stop lights.
oil pressuse should come up to normal within seconds after the engine is started.
you should pump the brake pedal three times to test the parking brake.
None of the above.
6. When starting your vehicle, oil pressure should come up to normal:
in about a minute.
within seconds.
in about two minutes.
within 5 minutes of driving.
7. When conducting the vehicle inspection test:
you may have to check that the minimum tread depth is 2/32 on steering axle tires.
the air ride suspension should not be checked for leaks.
applicants will not have to see that the brake chambers are not leaking.
you may be asked to check that the steering box is not leaking.
8. When approaching a vehicle as part of a pre-trip inspection, which of the following could be a sign of trouble?
Fresh oil under the vehicle
Parking brake is on
Inflated tires
All of the above
9. Which of the following is NOT a tire problem to look for during the vehicle inspection?
Radial and bias-ply tires used together
All the tires are made by the same manufacturer
Recapped tires on the front of a school bus
Cracked valve stems
10. Pre-trip inspections:
should not be done when a vehicle inspection report is available.
should not be done unless the vehicle has problems that could cause a breakdown.
are optional when the driver is familiar with the vehicle.
should always be done in the same order.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

To obtain an entry-level learner permit in Utah, you must be 15 years old. After obtaining the permit, you can apply for a class D driver license. Here are the requirements:
  • If you are 17 or younger, it’s mandatory to complete a driver education course and hold the permit for six months.
  • If you're 18, driver education is mandatory, but the six-month waiting period with the learner permit is not required.
  • If you're over 19, driver education is not obligatory, but you must hold your learner permit for 90 days if you don’t complete a driver education course.
Your license will be provisional until you turn 21 years old.


Once you've completed the learner permit application, you can schedule an appointment for your visit at any Utah Driver License office. If you are under 19, please note that you are required to complete 27 hours of high school classroom instruction, or 18 hours of private school instruction, or 30 hours of a Utah-approved online course to prepare for the written test.

When visiting the driver license office, ensure you bring:
  • One proof of identity (if your name has changed, bring legal documentation)
  • Two proofs of Utah residency
  • Proof of your Social Security number
  • One proof of legal presence (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
Check the list of acceptable documents before your appointment.

The DMV written test for obtaining a driver's license in Utah is available in multiple languages, including English, Arabic, Swahili, Dari, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Vietnamese, Somali, Tongan, Ukrainian, Korean, French, and Tagalog. Additionally, if you are deaf or hearing impaired, you can require assistance from an ASL interpreter.

To prepare for the DMV written test, you can refer to the official Utah Driver's Handbook. The manual covers various information about road rules, traffic signs, and safe driving practices. Study carefully the different sections and test your knowledge with our free practice tests!

Restrictions with a learner permit:
  • If you are 15, 16, or 17 years old, you can drive only if accompanied by an approved driving instructor, parent, or legal guardian who is a licensed driver, occupying the seat beside you. You can also transport other passengers.
  • If you are 18 years or older, you can drive only if accompanied by a person 21 years or older, who is a licensed driver and occupies the seat beside you. You can also transport other passengers.
Restrictions with a driver license:
  • If you are under 17 years old, you can drive alone except from 12 am to 5 am unless:
- accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, occupying the seat beside you;
- for agricultural, work, or school activities;
- in emergency situations.
  • If you are under 18, for the first six months after obtaining your driver's license, you can transport only family members unless accompanied by a licensed driver who is 21 years or older, or for agricultural assignments or emergencies.

The Utah permit remains valid for a duration of 18 months. If you need to renew your permit or if it expires, you have to pay a fee, complete the application process again, and retake the DMV written test.

If you fail your DMV written test in Utah, you have three chances to pass the exam within six months. If you don't pass after three attempts, you must pay another fee for three additional attempts within six months.

UT CDL Inspection Test

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Correct answers to pass:16
Passing score:80%
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