Common Faults On The Driving Test
- Date: 2010-09-02 - Word Count: 455
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Looking at some my results from last years driving tests, I decided to do a short list highlighting some of the more common faults people pick up during their driving test. I've also offered a bit of advice on how these faults could be corrected.
This is based on my own experience and you might find my opinion differs from others.
The biggest thing to pay attention to is that observation plays a part in all the faults mentioned below. It's very important that you always know what situation you are driving into, and what else is going on around you.
Observations During Manoeuvres
Comes up a lot, candidates tend to focus so much on the reversing, and get distracted, missing an oncoming car or passing cyclist. Keep the all-round observations going all the way through, and even pause for a moment if you are concerned about blind spots around the car.
Responses To Signs And Signals
A general area, but it refers to ignoring, or missing an important sign or signal. 'Tunnel Vision' (staring straight ahead) can be a reason for missing something important such as traffic lights or stop signs. If you find yourself staring, force yourself to scan the road, including more to the sides. You'll notice that by doing this you'll be able to see more, and plan further ahead.
Use Of Mirrors
In particular, when changing direction. Ask yourself, if you need to change your position in the road, is there any vehicles alongside you? Changing lanes on dual carriageways, and leaving roundabouts is one area where mirrors can be missed due to rushing. Take your time, and think about the mirrors earlier so you can react to what you can see.
Junctions (Observation)
This is one line, as opposed to the other points which are a general area. The reason for this it that it covers any junction, whether it's a T-junction, crossroads, roundabouts or any other road layout where people give way to other traffic. Commonly this fault relates to causing other traffic to slow down by making a poor decision to go. The only way around this is to take a bit more time to look at the oncoming traffic and the road layout ahead of you.
Maintaining Progress
This fault concerns driving too slowly for the conditions, or being hesitant with your driving. This could be due to nerves, or mis-reading road layouts or signs. If you find yourself being nervous while driving in your lessons, first of all, talk to your instructor. They are there to help you. Yes, most people get nervous, but when it comes to your driving test, if it affects your driving, there are things you can practice to make it easier, but that's a whole other topic I'll leave for another time!
This is based on my own experience and you might find my opinion differs from others.
The biggest thing to pay attention to is that observation plays a part in all the faults mentioned below. It's very important that you always know what situation you are driving into, and what else is going on around you.
Observations During Manoeuvres
Comes up a lot, candidates tend to focus so much on the reversing, and get distracted, missing an oncoming car or passing cyclist. Keep the all-round observations going all the way through, and even pause for a moment if you are concerned about blind spots around the car.
Responses To Signs And Signals
A general area, but it refers to ignoring, or missing an important sign or signal. 'Tunnel Vision' (staring straight ahead) can be a reason for missing something important such as traffic lights or stop signs. If you find yourself staring, force yourself to scan the road, including more to the sides. You'll notice that by doing this you'll be able to see more, and plan further ahead.
Use Of Mirrors
In particular, when changing direction. Ask yourself, if you need to change your position in the road, is there any vehicles alongside you? Changing lanes on dual carriageways, and leaving roundabouts is one area where mirrors can be missed due to rushing. Take your time, and think about the mirrors earlier so you can react to what you can see.
Junctions (Observation)
This is one line, as opposed to the other points which are a general area. The reason for this it that it covers any junction, whether it's a T-junction, crossroads, roundabouts or any other road layout where people give way to other traffic. Commonly this fault relates to causing other traffic to slow down by making a poor decision to go. The only way around this is to take a bit more time to look at the oncoming traffic and the road layout ahead of you.
Maintaining Progress
This fault concerns driving too slowly for the conditions, or being hesitant with your driving. This could be due to nerves, or mis-reading road layouts or signs. If you find yourself being nervous while driving in your lessons, first of all, talk to your instructor. They are there to help you. Yes, most people get nervous, but when it comes to your driving test, if it affects your driving, there are things you can practice to make it easier, but that's a whole other topic I'll leave for another time!
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