A SHOCKING 98 per cent of drivers couldn’t correctly identify 15 of the most common UK road signs.
Despite the majority of motorists claiming to know the rules of the road, a study showed only two per cent managed a perfect score.
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The experiment tested drivers on essential signs with some surprising results.
Around 68 per cent failed to identify the minimum speed limit sign.
Over 50 per cent of the participants didn’t recognise the left turn ahead sign.
The study also revealed 55 per cent struggled to spot a zebra crossing sign.
Over half of drivers confidently claimed they’d easily pass the theory test if they took it today.
However, the study revealed that 19 per cent made at least three mistakes, enough to fail the test.
Even basic knowledge about the shapes of road signs was lacking with 39 per cent not knowing that circular signs give orders, while 24 per cent failed to recognise triangular signs as warnings.
Thankfully, not all the results were bad news.
Drivers nailed a few of the signs with 94 per cent correctly identified the No Overtaking sign
Around 91 per cent recognised the No U-turns Allowed sign and 88 per cent spotted the Pass Either Side sign.
One of the key reasons behind these poor results is the Highway Code neglect.
More than a third admitted they haven’t looked at it since passing their theory test and over half haven’t reviewed it in over a year.
Alex Cross, Chief Customer Officer at Tesco Insurance, said:
“For many experienced drivers, the Highway Code is rarely revisited, but it’s vital to stay updated to ensure the safety of everyone on the road.
“Regular refreshers can prevent mistakes and save lives.”
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