This consists of 100 questions selected from a published question bank of 920 and you are required to get at least 85 correct. There are four categories however and you must get a minimum of 20 out of 25 correct in each of the four categories. It is possible to achieve a a score of 85 plus and still fail the test simply because you got 19 out of 25 in a single category.
As with the ‘L’ test, you must first pass an eyesight test at 27.5 m (90ft) before being permitted to enter the car to take your practical driving test. Remember, your eyesight deteriorates over time. Don’t leave it until the last minute to get glasses if you need them. They do make a difference !!
Reaching your car, the examiner asks you to ‘get in and make yourself comfortable’. When you do, put your seat belt on as they do not expect you to do the cockpit drill. They record the number plate and check round the vehicle to ensure it is roadworthy. The examiner will refuse to conduct a practical driving test if they cannot satisfy themselves the vehicle is serviceable i.e. tyres, warning lights visible or you can’t prove the vehicle has been rectified if subject to ‘a product recall’.
When an examiner gets into the car they advise you they are looking for a high standard of driving. They tell you to ‘follow the road ahead unless given an instruction to turn left or right’ and ‘read the road signs and markings’. You are expected to demonstrate expert use of the car controls, road procedure, judgement and anticipation.
Before you start the car the examiner checks to see you carry out the safety checks (handbrake in neutral). During the test you are asked to stop approximately ten times to demonstrate your ability to carry out a series of manoeuvres under control, accurately and with effective observation.
The examiner will ask you to do 2 of the following exercises:
You’ll have to drive for about 20 minutes by following either:
The examiner will tell you which you have to do.
You will be asked to give a lesson to a pupil whilst the Examiner sits in the rear of the vehicle to assess your ability.
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