Tips for driving test?

Pate · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:21

A late entry came up in Weston super mare, so going to give it a stab on monday.

The driving instructor in the area has let me use her car (a 180,000 mile, old clio!), and whilst I don't like the car it'll do.

So, what tips and tricks would you give to remember on the day? Thanks!

Danthus · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:23

Pass.

FishFluff · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:23

Take your time. Try and relax. Don't try anything clever.

Aeleys · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:24

wait you're not using a car you are used to driving?

that's not a good start, best bet is to be as relaxed and comfortable as you can the rest just comes naturally from what you have picked up.

Ahleckz · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:24

Unfortunately there isn't a search feature in a car, but there is one on this forum.

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18417396

Joshct · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:25

be confident, did mine on only a few hours sleep but i knew i was awesome. 2 minors (right at the last minute, was almost a perfect test)

Lunatic Dreyfus · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:25

Gun it, keep the bass thumping, take no prisoners and at all times remember you're a driving god.

Anyone cuts you up, get 'em at the next roundabout.

Zefan · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:25

Move your head to check mirrors. Do lots of safety checks around you when doing manoeuvres. Don't be too much of a pussy.

d_brennen · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:26

OldCoals said:
Pass.

Or don't fail

Zefan · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:27

d_brennen said:
Or don't fail

Yeah exactly! Surprising how many people don't know the difference.

mtrent10202 · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:36

Really make a point of checking mirrors and blind spots. Be decisive at roundabouts and junctions, but also safe. Try and stay as calm as possible.

ChocolateStarfishRammer · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:37

Look ahead.

ElliottJames · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:45

Don't treat it as a special test, just any normal lesson. Don't let nerves get the best of you, remember, you don't have to drive like a god, you can make mistakes, just show the instructor you can drive.

FoxEye · 12 Jul 2012 at 20:47

Offer to exchange sexual favours for a pass?

Razor-BladE · 12 Jul 2012 at 23:17

If you do make a mistake, continue on and don't think about it.

LateX'Dog · 12 Jul 2012 at 23:18

Pate said:
A late entry came up in Weston super mare, so going to give it a stab on monday.

The driving instructor in the area has let me use her car (a 180,000 mile, old clio!), and whilst I don't like the car it'll do.

So, what tips and tricks would you give to remember on the day? Thanks!

Don't crash.

jakspyder · 12 Jul 2012 at 23:20

My mate had 2 small beers before his test. Calmed his nerves and he passed with 1 minor.

Just saying..

InKursion · 12 Jul 2012 at 23:22

Take some Ritalin before you sit the test. Godmode.

FoxEye · 12 Jul 2012 at 23:24

chatting to the examiner isn't a bad idea. obviously you need to concentrate on the road, but if you can chat a bit about your job/ something topical, or comment about the roads/the traffic or something, it helps give the impression you are a relaxed driver. Even if that's a lie

my the examiner fully reclined his chair so he was almost lying down, and his attention was almost exclusively focused on me and my behaviour while driving. I got 7 minors btw, which is close to a fail

a couple of them were for ****e parking, tho

absolutely avoid the cheap instant fails. you should know what they are. (like not checking driver's mirror before pulling away from stationary).

Fire_fly · 12 Jul 2012 at 23:26

Take a bottle of Coke or something like that with you, If you feel your concentration levels dropping then next time it is safe drink some. The sugars / caffeine should perk you up again. A small bag of sweets work just as well. I would avoid energy drinks though it will most likely look bad to the examiner.