Very very nervous to repeat test

Rogorose

Hi guys,

I recently did the driving test in my car in September and I failed with 10 marks, I felt confident that I would pass at the time but I mostly lost marks mostly for progress and observation.
Twice drivers beckoned at me to go at junctions when they had right of way, I know now I should have gone when safe so I lost major marks for that.

I now have my retest next Tuesday and I am far more nervous this time, failing has made me lose my confidence going into this test.
Has anyone any advice for doing the test second time round?
Or tips to handle the nerves? Thanks guys.

Failing doesn't have to be a negative thing, you're making progress to passing it . I'd say don't lose confidence in yourself, because its when you start doubting yourself is when you start messing up.

Stay positive though, sounds like you got a bit of bad luck during the test, its so annoying when people do that ,I used to hate it during lessons

Motor-Ed

Rogorose wrote: »

Hi guys,

I recently did the driving test in my car in September and I failed with 10 marks, I felt confident that I would pass at the time but I mostly lost marks mostly for progress and observation.
Twice drivers beckoned at me to go at junctions when they had right of way, I know now I should have gone when safe so I lost major marks for that.

I now have my retest next Tuesday and I am far more nervous this time, failing has made me lose my confidence going into this test.
Has anyone any advice for doing the test second time round?
Or tips to handle the nerves? Thanks guys.

Let's look at it another way, you were 2 marks over the pass. You realise what you done wrong ,not proceeding. Soiunds like you are better equipped to deal with it this time, head up, good luck, think about the positives.

dobman88

Get 2 hour lessons for 2 or 3 days before the test. I did that before my test, I had two 2-hour lessons and a mock test. I just barely passed the mock test cos my instructor was marking it hard. Passed my real test with flying colours.

It may be expensive to cram in all those lessons but definitely worth it imo.

MascotDec85

Motor-Ed wrote: »

Let's look at it another way, you were 2 marks over the pass. You realise what you done wrong ,not proceeding. Soiunds like you are better equipped to deal with it this time, head up, good luck, think about the positives.

This.

OP, you've experienced the test now. You know what to expect and what to work on. Take as many lessons as you feel you need to prior to your test to help with your confidence. I'd always recommend a lesson immediately before the test.

Best of luck

pog it

One tip I picked up recently was to view yourself as the tester's chauffeur, so put yourself firmly in control and stay calm.

I can't tell you why

You were very close to passing. Get an ADI to help take a few marks away for a comfortable pass.

Rogorose

Hi everyone, thank you all so much for your replys, I really appreciate all the tips and positive words. I'm practicing the test route as much as I can and I'm feeling hopeful. I'm not going to give up until I pass this test!

Rogorose

I passed my test today!!! very happy! thanks again everyone for your advice!

MascotDec85

Rogorose wrote: »

I passed my test today!!! very happy! thanks again everyone for your advice!

Congratulations, well done!!

Motor-Ed

Rogorose wrote: »

I passed my test today!!! very happy! thanks again everyone for your advice!

Well done

MascotDec85

Goes to show what can be done with a bit of practice and self-belief!

idayang

Rogorose wrote: »

I passed my test today!!! very happy! thanks again everyone for your advice!

my last 3 tests:

19 Grade2
12 Grade2
9 Grade2,1 Grade3

Now my 4th test is on Feb13,i am very nervous...

Rogorose

Hi idayang,
I'm the op here and I know that very nervous feeling! I felt far worse the second time.
From your marks it seems you are getting better and better and as difficult as it sounds its best to try keep a positive mind.
I lost marks for observation first time and I made a mess of the reverse so for the second time I said to myself to never stop looking in the mirror, to indicate anytime I had to go even closer to the white line and I took my time doing the reverse, pausing when I could to observe. I went from 10 Grade 2, to 2 Grade 2.
You probably were getting marks in the same sections so it really is important to try and perfect them as best you can. Get a few lessons to before the exam if you can, i found that it really helped!!
Best of luck, I really hope this is your time!

idayang

Hi Rogorose，thank you!

yes,last time i thought i will pass,but after i made some mistakes, i felt very frustrated and panic, things went downhill then..:o....

I am doing pretest lessons now. really hope can get a good result:)

Rogorose wrote: »

Hi idayang,
I'm the op here and I know that very nervous feeling! I felt far worse the second time.
From your marks it seems you are getting better and better and as difficult as it sounds its best to try keep a positive mind.
I lost marks for observation first time and I made a mess of the reverse so for the second time I said to myself to never stop looking in the mirror, to indicate anytime I had to go even closer to the white line and I took my time doing the reverse, pausing when I could to observe. I went from 10 Grade 2, to 2 Grade 2.
You probably were getting marks in the same sections so it really is important to try and perfect them as best you can. Get a few lessons to before the exam if you can, i found that it really helped!!
Best of luck, I really hope this is your time!

idayang

Hi Rogorose，i passed the test today，4 grade2 (3 in vehicle controls, 1 in react/anticipate).very happy.
pre test is so important and helpful

Rogorose

Hi idayang!! I am so happy you passed your test. Well done! I know how much it means to get it! Have happy and safe driving!

idayang

Rogorose wrote: »

Hi idayang!! I am so happy you passed your test. Well done! I know how much it means to get it! Have happy and safe driving!

yeah I cried immediately in the testers office when I heard the result!
Thank you;)