Driving test...

[jamesy boy]

...I've got my driving test on Friday morning.

Any advice?

[teag1rl]

don't go out and get leathered on Thursday night?

[jamesy boy]

heh heh heh...

[teag1rl]

sorry jamesy boy-that wasn't very useful. Just try to relax is only advice I can give. Just don't worry about it and it'll be fine.

[Wu Banger]

Try not to crash!!

Seriously though it took me four times to pass my test and would say that you defo have to try and relax as much as possible. The instructor had to keep stopping the car on my first one as i couldn't control my legs due to the nerves. It isn't as bad as you think just though just remember you can always put in for another if worst comes to worst. I took all of mine within about a two/three week period but that was back in '97. Good luck anyway!

[Gef]

Just drive the way you have been taught (to pass the test) and take a deep breath before you do anything. Good luck.

[ianess]

Don't panic. Don't do anything disastrous and remember that you don't have to be perfect.....you're allowed to make some minor mistakes. Make sure that the examiner can see that you're using your mirrors.
Best wishes.

[ACB312]

I've just taught my third son to drive and pass his test. I've always gone along with the idea of "just show the examiner that you are safe to be on the road" and don't be over concerned about all the test trivia you may hear. Also I just found out that all the test routes are viewable online on the DVLA site - might be worth a look to see if there's any tricky junctions etc. Have you researched what is expected of you? Can you point out basic items under the bonnet? Where would you the jack the car to fix a puncture? The highway code is very worthwhile reading. Best of luck!

[jamesy boy]

Thanks, ABers, with your help and encouragement, I passed this morning! (with 10 minors, though!)

Best wishes, Jamesy Boy.