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1. Acting improperly at road junctions.
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Lack of observation at junctions results in the number
one reason for failing the test.
Other common errors at junctions include
Approaching junctions from minor road to major road
too fast.
Coming to a stop over the white lines.
Not positioning the car corectly for the turn.
When on a major road and approaching a minor junction
not using the mirrors or slowing down, if advisable, in
readiness for an emergency stop.
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2. Manoeuvre - Reversing around a corner incorrectly.
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Hitting the curb and lack of observation.
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3. Failure to make proper use of steering.
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Crossing your hands when turning the steering wheel.
Letting the wheel spin back after a turn.
Driving with one of your hands off the wheel for any
longer than it needs to be.
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4. Manoeuvre - reverse parking.
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Ineffective observation or lack of accuracy.
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5. Improper use of gears.
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Being in the wrong gear when pulling away.
Using the gears to slow down rather than the brakes.
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6. Failure to make effective use of mirrors.
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Not using the mirrors enough especially when changing
lanes.
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7. Driving too slowly.
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Driving unnecessarily slowly when the road is clear
and safe.
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8. Acting incorrectly when turning right.
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Incorrect use of mirrors and signals.
Incorrect timing of the turn.
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9. Hesitating unnecessarily at junctions.
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Taking too much caution when pulling out from a junction.
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10. Failure to move away correctly from stationary positions.
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Not taking the correct precautions - mirrors, blind
spot and signal if necessary.
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