K53 Rules of the Road Test
— Free Practice 2026
This free K53 rules of the road test covers all 30 rules questions — speed limits, right of way, following distance, overtaking, alcohol limits and traffic signals. You need 22 out of 30 to pass the section. Free, no sign-up, instant results.
Quick Reference — Numbers You Must Know
What the Rules of the Road Section Covers
Speed Limits
- 60 km/h — urban areas
- 100 km/h — rural roads
- 120 km/h — freeways
- Posted limits always override
- Speed limits near schools
Right of Way
- Four-way stop rules
- Yield at T-junctions
- Traffic circle priority
- Pedestrian right of way
- Emergency vehicles
Following Distance
- 2-second rule at 100 km/h
- 4 seconds in wet weather
- Heavy vehicle distances
- Calculating safe gap
- Night driving distance
Overtaking
- Solid white line rules
- Safe overtaking distance
- Prohibited zones
- Flashing headlights
- When not to overtake
Alcohol & Substances
- 0.05 g/100 ml limit
- 0.02 g for professionals
- Learner licence rules
- Roadside testing rights
- Medication warnings
Lights & Signals
- When to use headlights
- Hazard lights usage
- Indicator rules
- Flashing amber lights
- High-beam etiquette
Rules of the Road — Frequently Asked Questions
How many rules of the road questions are in the K53 test?▼
There are 30 rules of the road questions in the K53 learners test. You need to answer at least 22 correctly (73%) to pass this section.
What is the general speed limit in South Africa?▼
In South Africa: 60 km/h in urban areas, 100 km/h on rural roads, and 120 km/h on freeways. Lower limits may be posted — these always take precedence.
What is the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers in South Africa?▼
The legal limit is 0.05 g/100 ml blood (50 mg per 100 ml) for drivers, and 0.02 g/100 ml for professional drivers. For learner drivers, the limit is effectively zero — any detectable alcohol while on a learner's licence is an offence.
What is the minimum following distance at 100 km/h?▼
The K53 standard requires a following distance of at least 2 seconds in normal conditions — approximately 55 metres at 100 km/h. In wet or poor-visibility conditions this should be doubled to 4 seconds.
Who has right of way at a four-way stop?▼
At a four-way stop, the first vehicle to stop has right of way. If two vehicles arrive simultaneously, the one on the left yields to the vehicle on the right. If vehicles are opposite each other and one is turning right, the vehicle going straight has right of way.