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What must the minimum lateral clearance be when overtaking an animal outside a built-up area?

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1.50 metres

At least 1.5 metres. Article 85.4 requires particular care when overtaking animals and the other listed vulnerable users, use of part or all of the adjacent or opposing lane, and a complete lane change where there is more than one lane per direction. Outside built-up areas, reduce speed before and throughout the manoeuvre by at least 20 km/h relative to the road limit. Do not endanger or hinder oncoming users. Wait if safe overtaking is impossible.

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