Question 1272 in the bank

Is a private minibus without passengers permitted to use a designated bus lane?

Grey road with two rows of short yellow double-dash markings and, between them, two yellow arrows pointing left.
  1. Dotted lines mark the approach of a separation line. The driver should move to the right lane before the beginning of the separation line.
  2. Yes, but only on Saturdays and holidays.
  3. No.
  4. Correct answer: Yes.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Yes.

A private minibus may drive in the lane designated as a public transport lane. This permission is not limited to Saturdays and holidays only, nor to certain hours on weekdays. So the answers that limit driving to such times are incorrect.

Topic: Traffic signs. The bank marks it for these classes: Bus (D).