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Getting it right in practice
The driving test was introduced in 1935, and since that time,as we mentioned earlier, the single most common reason for test failure is probably the fact that people attempt the test before they are ready.
Driving test examiners will confirm that as many as 25 per cent of all those taking the test are so ill-prepared that they wouldn’t even pass with luck on a good day! The overall pass rate for the test hovers around 47 per cent. As standards rise, the pass rate may lower even more and so it is important than ever to ensure that you are fully prepared.
When it comes to practical driving tests, there will always be someone willing to give free advice about what will or won’t happen on the day and what you should or shouldn’t do:
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‘They never pass people on Wednesday morning’ |
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‘Move your head a lot when you look in the mirror’ |
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‘Mr Jones never passes young men on their first attempt’ |
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‘Examiners fail everyone as soon as they have used up their quota of passes for the week ’ |
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‘The driving test centre in the next town is much easier’ |
It’s all rubbish!
You will pass or fail on your own merit. If you have listened to your instructor and are fully prepared for your test, you will find it easy. Remember, your instructor's advice is not free! Instructor's are professionals and know much better than your friends and family about what does and doesn't happen on the test.
The driving test is designed by the Driving Standards Agency to examine your ability to drive safely and apply the rules of the road.
Passing the test does not mean that you are a good driver; but it does mean that a highly trained examiner considers that you are skilful enough behind the wheel to drive on your own without further assessment.
The best way to guarantee that you will pass your test early is to study this course and The Highway Code carefully and get plenty of practice and as much tuition from a qualified instructor (ADI) as possible.
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