FOR MARKING GUIDELINES INFORMATION please visit:
http://www.rsa.ie/Documents/ADI/DrivingFault_Marking_Guides.pdf
Did you know that if you failed a previous driving test and if you re-apply to the same driving test centre, you can avoid getting the same driver tester again by simply by ringing the RSA at: 1890406040 or email: [email protected]
You will need to give your full name and previous Reference Number with the location, date and time of your last driving test. This will guarantee that you will have a different driver tester to carry out your next test.
10 POINTS OF FAILURE ON YOUR TEST:
1. Nerves:
They cause you not drive at your best and have a significant effect on your decision-making. Try not to think too much about the test. Do your best and remember if you fail, you can always do it again!
2. Clutch:
If you have a bad "coasting" problem on the clutch you will have NO chance of passing the test. I will demonstrate and explain how to fix your bad habits on the clutch.
3. Reverse around a corner:
Major failing point for alot of test candidates. I´ll show you a techniques how to do it and PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE!
4. Observation:
Incorrect/ineffective observation moving off, turning right and left plus roundabouts, changing lanes,overtaking, and slowing down/stopping.
5. Reaction to Hazards:
Little or no anticipation or reacting late to a hazard or possible danger ahead i.e a speed ramps or pulling in for an oncoming car on a narrow road etc.
6. Position:
Incorrect position on the straight by driving too far to the right on the road. Too wide turning left or hitting a kerb. Cutting corners turning right or going too far before you turn i.e "swan-necking"
7. Progress:
Taking too long or lack of progress on the straight by driving too slow on the straign and particularly turning right at junctions and traffic lights.
8. Vehicle Controls:
Improper use of or not using accelerator, clutch, gears, footbrake, handbrake, secondary controls, effectively.
9. Clearance to stationary vehicles:
Not giving the "width of a door" clearance or driving unncessarily too close to parked vehicles.
10. Traffic signs:
Failure to completetely "STOP" at a stop sign.
For more information & advice to prepare for your driving test
BEFORE YOUR TEST:
- Book your pre-test lessons with me as soon as you get your test date
- Aim for a minimum of 3-5 pre-test lessons to prepare properly
- Read the RSA Rules of the Road book well in advance of your test
- Don´t tell too many people you´re doing the test,
- Don´t smoke in your car before your test
- For female test applicants, don´t wear high heels or flip-flops
- Wear sunglasses on sunny days for so you´re not blinded by the sun
- Don´t forget your learner permit and legal L plates (front & back)
- Give yourself plenty of time to arrive at the test centre
- In the waiting room no more than 10-15 minutes before your time
- Use the toilet if you need to before you start
- Turn off your mobile phone or don´t bring it with you
- Have something to eat like breakfast or a light lunch for energy
- Try to get a good night sleep the night before your test
- Study your �Rules of the Road� questions and all road signs
- Your car displays VALID tax, insurance & NCT disc if applicable
- Your insurance disc has the light green strip on the left hand side
- All indicators, front and back, and brake lights are in working order
- Tyres are correct pressure, above 1.6mm with no rips, tears or bulges
- Clear windows and mirrors with a cloth before & during the test
- Use parking lights in dull overcast conditions
- Use dipped headlights and wipers if quite dark and/or light/heavy rain
- You know all 6 hand signals and do not mix them up
- You can operate all of the secondary controls in your vehicle
