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South Africa K53 Learner's Licence Test — Code C1/C (Code 10, Heavy/Medium Rigid Vehicle)

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Age
Education
No formal education requirement. Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply for a Code C1 or C (Code 10) heavy-vehicle learner's licence in South Africa.
Additional Requirements
  • Applicants must pass an eye test at the DLTC or supply a valid optometrist or doctor's eye-test report.
  • Applicants must provide a South African ID or valid permit, proof of residence and the required photographs at booking.
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Covers rules of the road, road signs and heavy-vehicle controls for the Code C1/C (Code 10) learner's test, with explanations for every option.

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Vehicle controls and several rules questions are tailored to heavy and rigid vehicles, including air brakes, retarders, load rules and the 80 km/h heavy-vehicle limit.

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K53 Code 10 Learners Exam Details

South Africa K53 Learner's Licence Test — Code C1/C (Code 10, Heavy/Medium Rigid Vehicle)

Administered by Department of Transport (RTMC / eNaTIS), South Africa

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You must pass all three sections separately: Rules of the Road 22 out of 28, Road Signs 23 out of 28 and Vehicle Controls 6 out of 8. Failing any one section fails the whole test.
Passing Score
64
Questions
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Minutes
The learner's licence test fee is set by the local Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC) and is around R108, with an additional booking or eye-test fee at some centres; fees are reviewed periodically.
Exam Fee
Study time: Most learners prepare with one to three weeks of study using the official K53 learner's manual and practice tests, paying extra attention to heavy-vehicle speed limits, controls and load rules.

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Department of Transport (RTMC / eNaTIS), South Africa content outline

Rules of the Road44%

South African road law for heavy vehicles: speed limits including the 80 km/h cap for goods vehicles over 9 000 kg GVM, following distances, overtaking, lane use, gross vehicle mass, mountain and steep-descent rules, parking and right of way.

Road Signs and Markings44%

Regulatory, warning, guidance and information signs plus road markings, including signs that affect heavy vehicles such as mass and height limits, steep-gradient and runaway-truck signs, and prohibition signs.

Vehicle Controls12%

Heavy-vehicle controls and instruments: air-brake basics, retarder and engine brake, gears and range change, differential lock, warning lights and gauges, tyres, load securing and coupling basics.

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