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Yes, if clearance, speed reduction and other conditions are met and it can be done safely.
Yes. Article 88 of the General Traffic Regulations permits passing an immobilised vehicle in that situation after checking it can be done safely, even if the opposing direction must be used. For the broken-down vehicle described, keep at least 1.5 m safety clearance and reduce speed by at least 20 km/h relative to the existing road limit. Check visibility, space and opposing traffic; wait if conditions cannot be met. This exception does not authorise passing a queue or vehicle stopped by traffic needs on this basis.
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Yes, if clearance, speed reduction and other conditions are met and it can be done safely.
Yes, always, even without sufficient visibility or space.
No, the continuous line prevents this exception even when its conditions are met.
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