Maximum speed limit of 70 miles per hour
70 mph speed limit – absolute maximum speed allowed on motorways and dual carriageways. This sign is common on motorways and dual carriageways. In the theory test it tests your understanding of national speed limits and the need to check signs carefully. Always reduce speed to 70 mph as soon as you pass the sign.
- Shape
- Circular
- Background
- White
- Border
- Red
- Text type
- Number (Speed)
- Diagram reference
- 670
Where you'll see this sign
Motorways and dual carriageways.
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