Quick Tips

You’re about to indicate — what do you do FIRST? ⭐️

Mirrors

You’re about to turn or change lanes — what’s the sequence?

→ Mirrors → signal → slow down

When should you indicate when changing lanes or moving off?

→ Before moving

About to move off — what must you check?

→ All around (mirrors + blind spots)

What mistake can fail you when moving off?

→ Not checking all around

Pull up on right & reverse — what must you check before starting?

→ Behind + driveways

Pull up on right & reverse, how often should you check behind?

→ Every few seconds

Pull up on right & reverse, where should your eyes be?

→ Out the rear windows (not just mirrors)

Before slowing down, what must you do? ⭐️

→ Check mirrors

When must you check mirrors in general?

→ Before changing speed or direction

Entering a new road — what must you immediately find?

→ Speed limit

No street lights — what should you rely on?

→ Speed signs

Driving out of town — what must you actively track? ⭐️

→ Every speed sign & potholes

Obstacle on YOUR side of the road — what do you do? ⭐️

Slow down and give way

Obstacles on both sides — how do you decide? ⭐️

Who it’s easier for

Other driver flashes or signals you — what does it mean?

You can go if it’s safe

Zebra crossing with no pedestrians — do you stop?

No

Pedestrian waiting at zebra crossing — what do you do?

Stop

How do you recognise a zebra crossing?

Black & white crossing + flashing amber lights

Stopped at a junction for a while — what should you do before moving? ⭐️

Quick blind spot check

You’re about to brake — what do you check FIRST? ⭐️

Mirrors

You’ve been waiting at a junction — what extra check before moving?

Blind spot

You see a speed sign — what should you do?

Lock in the speed limit

Driver flashes you — what should you do?

Proceed only if safe (Examiners care about your judgement, not blind reactions.)

How many mph should you be within the speed limit (except on country roads where the road ahead is unclear? ⭐️

3mph

When should you always apply the handbreak? ⭐️

The handbrake should always be applied after performing a parking manouver, before you change gear to park.

How many MPH of the speed limit must you stay within? ⭐️

Going to slowly can even result in a major fault. Stay within 3mph of the speed limit. However, 55mph on a national speed limit road is acceptable. And on a country road without a clear view ahead, 45 is acceptable. Driving too slowly signals to the examiner that you aren’t aware of the speed limit, which could lead to a fail.

Avoid overthinking each action.

Keep this in mind.