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When overtaking pedestrians with a car outside a built-up area, what minimum lateral clearance must you leave?

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At least 1.5 metres.

At least 1.5 metres. Article 85.4 requires using part or all of the adjacent or opposing lane; with more than one lane per direction, a complete lane change is mandatory. Outside built-up areas, before starting and throughout the manoeuvre, travel at least 20 km/h below the road limit. Do not overtake if you endanger or obstruct oncoming users, including those on the shoulder. Minimum clearance alone does not guarantee a safe manoeuvre.

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  • At most 1 metre.

  • Any clearance below 1.5 metres.

  • At least 1.5 metres.

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