The big day has arrived! It's time to take your driving test.
How to tell if you're ready to take a driving test
You're bound to feel a bit nervous before you start but that's good - a bit of nerves will help you perform well. But it's important not to become too worried. It's not the end of the world if you don't pass - you can have another go once you've had a bit more practice.
On the day of your driving test you'll meet the examiner who will ask you to sign a declaration that your car is insured.
The examiner will ask you if you want anyone to go with you on your test. It's entirely up to you but it is a good idea if your instructor goes with you. Not just for moral support - he or she can't take any part in the test - but so they can see any faults you make for themselves and not rely on the examiner's explanation at the end of the test.
Once you're in the car, the pre-test briefing will go like this:
"The test will last about 38 to 40 minutes and will include about 20 minutes of independent driving and various roads and traffic conditions. I will ask you to complete one manoeuvre and we may carry out an emergency stop. The sort of things you’ve been practising with your instructor or accompanying driver."
There are 5 parts to the driving test:
- an eyesight check
- ‘show me, tell me’ vehicle safety questions
- general driving ability
- reversing your vehicle
- independent driving
The driving test is the same for both manual and automatic cars.
It's useful to know how examiners assess your driving skills. This is the guidance driving examiners follow when they carry out driving tests in Great Britain. It's sometimes known as the 'DT1'.
These tips will help you pass: