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To check that there is no sign prohibiting overtaking
A driver intending to overtake must always look ahead and check that there is no sign prohibiting overtaking, that the lane they wish to move into is clear, and that there is sufficient visibility to carry out the manoeuvre.
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So as not to distract other drivers
So as not to distract the passengers in our vehicle and others
To check that there is no sign prohibiting overtaking
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