Hazard awareness

You are approaching the brow of a hill and cannot see the road beyond it. Should you overtake?

No, you must not overtake where you cannot see the road ahead is clear
Correct
Yes, if you sound your horn first
Yes, but only in a car, not a lorry
Yes, as long as you flash your headlights

Why?

Rule 166 of The Highway Code says do not overtake where you cannot see far enough ahead to be sure it is safe, such as approaching the brow of a hill, a bend or a hump bridge.

Highway Code rule 166

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