Practical Test - What Happens next!!!

Before you do any driving you’ll be asked to perform an eyesight check and then be asked some vehicle safety questions known as “Show Me, Tell Me”.

You’ll then be tested on your general driving ability, including two reversing exercises.

The Practical Driving Test will last about 40 minutes. Throughout your test the examiner will be looking for evidence you’ve reached an overall safe standard of driving. There will be no surprises and the examiner will not try to catch you out, he or she will be looking at your general driving skills and your ability to carry out two of the four set manoeuvres.

Reverse bay parking, parallel parking, turn in the road or reversing around a corner.

You can make up to 15 minor driving faults and still pass the test, but 16 or more minor faults results in a fail. However, if you commit just one serious or dangerous fault, you’ll fail the test automatically.

TIPS FOR YOUR TEST

Get a good nights sleep the night before your test
Dress comfortably
Try and relax
Have confidence in your ability
Give the examiner a smooth controlled drive that you can both enjoy