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Topic: Traffic signs, markings and signals · Nº 48 / 1397

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Si encontramos un vehículo averiado en la calzada, ¿es correcto rebasarlo pisando la línea continua?

If you find a broken-down vehicle on the carriageway, is it correct to pass it by driving over the continuous line?

  • ASí.Yes.
  • BNo, salvo que lo indique un agente.No, unless a traffic officer tells you to.
  • CNo.No.
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Correct answer

  • ASí.Yes.
Explanation

Where overtaking is prohibited, you may pass a vehicle immobilised by a breakdown, even if you have to move into the opposite direction, if there is no danger and the vehicle has not stopped because of traffic needs. You must leave at least 1.5 metres and reduce your speed by at least 20 km/h (Article 88, as worded by RD 518/2026).

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