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Why learners fail

  • Listed below are the Top Ten reasons why candidates fail in relation to the appropriate Practical Driving Test Point

1. Observations at junctions. Ineffective observations and poor judgement.

2. Moving away safely. Ineffective observations.

3. Reverse Parking. Ineffective observations and lack of accuracy

4. Incorrect positioning on the road. At roundabouts or on bends.

5. Use of Mirrors. Not checking or not acting on the information you see in them.

6. Lack of steering control. Steering too early or leaving it too late.

7. Reversing around a corner. Ineffective observations and a lack of accuracy.

8. Incorrect positioning to turn right. At junctions and on one way streets.

9. Incorrect use of signals. Not cancelling or misleading signals.

10. Inappropriate Speed. Travelling too slowly or being hesitant.

  • Important Tip!

Wait until your instructor indicates you are ready. This is because if you wait, you have a much higher chance of passing. Your driving instructor will have the experience, knowledge and training to teach you properly and ensure that you are ready. The rule of thumb is, if you are not getting it consistently right with your instructor, you are not ready to take the test.