Parking Reservation Sign
A parking area for vehicles with a GVM less than 3 500 kg. No time limit applies but a fee must be paid. Park within the demarcated markings.
What Kind of Sign Is This?
Regulatory signs carry the force of law — ignoring one is an offence. They are the largest group in the K53 test and the one candidates most often lose marks on.
- NATIS code
- R305-P
- Category
- Regulatory
- Group
- Reservation
K53 Questions on Regulatory Signs
Straight from the question bank, with the answer and the reason it is correct.
A blue rectangular sign shows "P" with "60 min" beneath it. What does this mean?▼
A PARKING RESERVATION sign showing "P" with "60 min" beneath it means this area is reserved for parking up to a MAXIMUM OF 60 MINUTES. You may not leave your vehicle parked here for longer than 60 minutes.
What does this sign mean — an octagonal red sign with the word "STOP"?▼
The STOP sign (octagonal, red) requires a complete stop at the stop line. You must stop regardless of whether traffic is present, check for safety, then proceed.
A triangular sign with a red border and a white background pointing upwards — what does it mean?▼
The YIELD (Give Way) sign is an inverted triangle with a red border. You must give way to all traffic on the road you are entering.
What does a round red sign with a white horizontal bar in the centre mean?▼
The NO ENTRY sign (round, red, white horizontal bar) means entry to this road is prohibited. You must not drive past this sign.