The Practical Driving Test
Remember you cannot apply for the practical test until you have passed the theory test.
- You need to be able to demonstrate you can drive the car safely
- sounds simply but with the right preparation, practice and attitude it can be.
In particular, the examiner will want to see that you can:
- Drive safely
- Know the High Way Code and apply it to your driving
In addition, you will be asked to perform 1 out of the 3 of the following manoeuvres:
- Reversing around the corner
- Reverse parking
- Turn in the road
You may also be asked to carry out an emergency stop exercise.
Last year an Independent drive became part of the practical test. You will be asked to drive for about 10 minutes, either following a series of directions, following traffic signs or a combination of both. To help you be clear about where you are going, the examiner can also show you a diagram.
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The test routes are designed and approved locally to include a range of road and traffic conditions.
The test is in 3 sections:
- An eye sight test
- 2 x show me/ tell me questions
- The driving test
The eyesight and show me tell me sections take just a few minutes, the rest of the time is spent driving. The entire test will take about 40 minutes.