People failing driving tests repeatedly

Originally Posted by papa smurf

From my observations 90% of drivers have no idea what the highway code is

The what code ?

[mrmistoffelees]

Originally Posted by Damien

Failing the theory test takes quite some doing.

The practical test is quite hard and for good reason, so failing that is understandable but the system is working if they retake and become good enough to pass.

Actually it’s easier to fail than you think… especially on the hazard perception bit. It’s generally (or was) people who have already passed their car license and are going for their motorbike license see the hazard earlier and subsequently click too early and therefore fail. The advice I was given was when you see the hazard wait one second and then click.

Mind it’s been some years since I did my theory for my bike test so it’s probably all changed since then. I was also ridiculously hungover and sleep deprived after flying back from Singapore and going straight to the assessment centre

[SnoopZ]

I'm glad there was never a theory test when I took mine.

Originally Posted by SnoopZ

I'm glad there was never a theory test when I took mine.

Ditto, passed both my tests (car & bike) before they existed.

[Dingbat]

Originally Posted by mrmistoffelees

Actually it’s easier to fail than you think… especially on the hazard perception bit. It’s generally (or was) people who have already passed their car license and are going for their motorbike license see the hazard earlier and subsequently click too early and therefore fail. The advice I was given was when you see the hazard wait one second and then click.

When I was using the official DVD to prepare for my bike theory in 2000 after 25 years of driving cars and a few months commuting on a 125, I consistently over-stated the hazards. Still passed it, though.

[tweetiepooh]

I passed my test the month before theory tests first came in. I like that you need to pass your theory to get to learn to drive, South Africa had that way back. I still get a new Highway Code every couple of years and have a read through but new rules are generally publicised pretty well especially with the "furore" that is always generated with changes.
I agree with the problem with experienced drivers and hazard perception. We do tend to see the problem earlier plus we sometimes see other things we regard as a potential hazard but is wrong for the test.

[thenry]

I failed my theory test by one mark 15+ odd years ago. Everyone I spoke to told me to retake it asap but I felt deflated and did not taking their advice. I use to drive too fast according to my driving instructor. I just wanted to get the lesson over with.

I'm still without a driving license and provisional (expired). But I have a rail card

At night when I'm out I see flashing white lights. Like the street lamps are strobing. I've had my eyes checked, they are healthy. Just as well I'm not driving to be honest. The back of my neck frequently spasms. I've had an MRI scan. Results were normal no need for further treatment. Doctors say I need to manage it.

[TheDaddy]

Originally Posted by thenry

At night when I'm out I see flashing white lights. Like the street lamps are strobing. I've had my eyes checked, they are healthy.

I'd get a second opinion as soon as I could if I were you