How to use roundabouts.
Highway Code Rule 186 – Roundabouts
Signals and position. When taking the first exit to the left, unless signs or markings indicate otherwise
- signal left and approach in the left-hand lane
- keep to the left on the roundabout and continue signalling left to leave
When taking an exit to the right or going full circle, unless signs or markings indicate otherwise
- signal right and approach in the right-hand lane
- keep to the right on the roundabout until you need to change lanes to exit the roundabout
- signal left after you have passed the exit before the one you want
When taking any intermediate exit, unless signs or markings indicate otherwise
- select the appropriate lane on approach to the roundabout
- you should not normally need to signal on approach
- stay in this lane until you need to alter course to exit the roundabout
- signal left after you have passed the exit before the one you want
When there are more than three lanes at the entrance to a roundabout, use the most appropriate lane on approach and through it.
Mirror – Signal – Position – Speed – Look.
You should try to follow the MSPSL routine as you approach any junction.
- Check you mirrors.
- Signal as appropriate.
- When its safe move into position.
- Slow down to an appropriate speed for the roundabout. You need to be aware you may have to stop at the give way line.
- Look ahead and right to assess the traffic moving around the roundabout.
- If it is safe to proceed, remember to stay in lane and signal your exit. You should not cause any traffic on your right to slow down.
- If you cannot move onto the roundabout drop to 1st gear wait until you can proceed.