Top 10 reasons for failing your practical test (DVSA)

1. Not making effective observations at junctions (looking too late)

2. Not using mirrors when changing direction

3. Moving off and stopping without POM / MSM (Emergency Stop)

4. Incorrect position when turning right. You can always ask for clarification from the examiner.

5. Not having proper control of the steering, hitting kerbs, mounting pavements, over / under steering.

6. Not responding to traffic lights, especially on roundabouts, solid stop lines..

7. Not responding to traffic signs..

8. Poor position for normal driving (NRP) Clearance to parked vehicles, kerb line, centre line, staying in a overtaking lane.

9. Not responding correctly to road markings, straddling lanes, solid lines, box junctions

10. Not keeping control of the vehicle during a reversing manoeuvre, bay parking, reverse parking : (Recipes)