Passed on monday first time 3 minors all i can say is drive the best of your ability go in with a clear head no nerves you can smash it was a great feeling saying you passed

Im starting to think.its impossible to pass UK driving test. I failed 3 times already. The examinator always found new reasons to fail me. Its impossible to please them.They don't understand how hard is to learn to drive and be confident during the exam. Last examinator made me so nervous that I made 4 major mistakes:( Im losing hope. My instructor said I know how to drive and Im ready to be a driver. Then you see how ppl with licence drive and how many mistakes they made. Its so frustrating.

Good man Preciate your help and guidance ❤

As a American who’s getting ready to take my test and learning(on my own) you don’t realise how helpful your vids are. I’m lucky as I’ve been able to drive with my current license, so I can get all the practice time in as possible. Saves money on lessons and gives up spaces for younger people who are now starting to learn. Just shaking off the rust and bad habits and hoping to knock it out in at least three attempts. Thanks once again bro.

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome friend thank you for saying it's nice to hear 😁🙌

@thecajunbritishexperiment.6190

Жыл бұрын

@@JoshRamwell it’s been hard as someone who’s been driving for 23 years now all over the world. I passed my test in Louisiana( more like a go kart track) In Germany which was hard and scary considering they take you on a unrestricted part of a autobahn. And in Okinawa, which was a bonus seeing that they drive on the left. But the U.K is a daunting task. I’ve got to take mine in Lowestoft, the town of a million roundabouts. So I’ve been driving possible test routes to get used to the speed zones etc. so studying your course and watching the vids have been beyond useful. Right now I’ve got my head stuck in the books. Once again, you da man😎

I have my second test on Thursday! I'm super nervous but hopefully I'll be able to stay calm and won't make a stupid mistake. Thanks for the video!

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

Good luck Frankie!

@quarantinediary3480

Жыл бұрын

Did you pass?

I failed my first test for hesitation on a roundabout 😢

For your first point - make sure you don't hesitate too much, as you can in fact fail for hesitation on roundabouts (source: me LOL)

I think the main problem at junctions is candidates stopping too far back to effectively see down the main road far enough to be adequate. They observe "no cars" and pull out followed by minimal acceleration. Checking the mirror in the new road they do not then accelerate fast if they are being caught.

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

Yes that's a common problem for sure keith

@keith6400

Жыл бұрын

@@JoshRamwell Even experienced drivers do this. You need to see a LOT OF ROAD with no vehicles on it as opposed to a very short bit of road with no cars on it. The problem can be traced to not knowing where the front of the car is.

Thank you! Have my test on Tuesday morning and this video really helps ❤

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

I'm very pleased Me. Good luck for Tuesday. Let us know how you get on

@Me-gh4el

Жыл бұрын

@@JoshRamwell I passed with two minors! Thanks so much for your videos!

i just passed yesterday , thank you so much Josh for you helpful videos!!

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

You are super welcome 😁

I got my test in two weeks! So excited hopefully i pass.

Hi Josh! I just passed my driving test on Monday 😊🎉 I'm so happy and also greatfull for your videos ❤ big fat thank you 👍

@JoshRamwell

9 ай бұрын

You are most welcome 😁

Iv got a test today super nervous it's going to be my 4th but your videos help so much thank you

@Mofacreations

Жыл бұрын

Have u passed?

thank you

1- failing observation at junctions ( cross roads , t junctions , roundabout ) 2__ not using the mirror correctly 3--not having proper control of the steering 4-in correct position turning Rt 5- fail to blind sport check

I would add, don't let your observations get old, it may be 20 seconds till you can pull away, but if you only did your 360 degree checks 20 seconds ago then the situation may have changed, a cyclist may come out of nowhere just as you pull away. This happened on my test, I had to wait a short while before a line of cars passed me (going around 30mph), I put in a second 360 degree check just before the last car passed, so I would be ready to go straight away once it passed me. Not sure if you can get a serious for old observations, but I wasn't planning on finding out at the time.

yup - blind spots, always check them !!!

I've got my first (AND HOPEFULLY ONLY TEST) booked in a couple weeks time after just 10 hours worth of lessons (never drove in the past but rode motorcycles) this videos has made a lot of sense even though my instructor says I'm test ready obviously nerves tell you other wise I'll let yous know how I get on 2 weeks from yesterday 🙏🏻

@user-pz2qr2nu4o

Жыл бұрын

How did it go? :)

@oxcki

Жыл бұрын

@user-pz2qr2nu4o yeah I passed mate examiner was a nice bloke had 1 minor

@oxcki

Жыл бұрын

@user-pz2qr2nu4o now got my DAS motorcycle course booked but not until August that's easy I've passed before first time😂

@shyryTsr2k

Жыл бұрын

@@oxcki haha nice man, I've been driving with a learner's permit for 6 months so I passed my test the first time as well. I've encountered so many bad drivers but managed to avoid getting into an accident every time.

@oxcki

Жыл бұрын

@shyryTsr2k good to hear you've passed and yeah I've noticed bad drivers aswell alot of them are older people even people who look to be in there 50s if they was to retake there test they'd probably fail😂

Hi I came to your channel specially to say thank you for your helpful and informative videos. I have watched loads of your videos to prepare myself to pass the test this time(3rd attempt...) I passed yesterday finally!!!! I can now even more enjoy watching your videos to remind me to drive sensibly. 🥳

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

Wow that's fantastic news Joymax I'm over the moon for you. You are now free as a bird!😁🙌

@joymaxs2874

Жыл бұрын

@@JoshRamwell This feels amazing!! Cannot even describe with one word. I was the happiest person in the whole world yesterday. Lol couldn't sleep until 3am last night because I was too excited. 🥱🤣 Passing the driving test is such a big achievement and a huge impact in my life. 💯

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

@@joymaxs2874 yes I'm almost jealous I cannot feel that again. 🤣 Enjoy it and for god sake look after that licence, first 2 years points very bad

can you keep the tape (for parking) on for the exam or will they ask you to remove it because its an obstruction or something?

I failed my first one, Was too far left on a one way street (when turning right) Wasnt looking out the back enough while reversing And on the six point check wasnt exaggerating enough on the final check before i pulled out

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that Noah! They are all easy fixes just get those sorted and book it again. You wil nail it next time.

I'm praying I'm 3rd time lucky. Had a total of 28 hours of lessons plus about 30 unofficial ones. 2 failed tests and going for my 3rd in December and in an automatic now. It will be awful if I fail again as the condition I have is progressive so in a few years time I likely won't be able to drive anymore and it's a life long goal to be able to drive even only for a short time.

@shonilea

10 ай бұрын

I've had over 100 lessons easy and failed 2 tests. You will get there I know I will also xx

I failed for not going at a busy roundabout last Friday, my drive went really well and the flow of traffic was constant from the right as i was waiting to join the roundabout from the right. The examiner felt i could of gone sooner and failed me for delaying someone behind me.

@Vhjiy4f

Жыл бұрын

Your judgement gets better with experience..and you become a better driver .no harm done. I'd rather I got failed, than passed ..former makes me a better driver...latter gives me arrogant confidence

@juliayang3879

Жыл бұрын

If there was nobody behind you even though a busy roundabout, it could be a minor fault. It's the luck of the draw....everyday you drive on the same road, but different senarios on the same road...

josh what are the vehicles registration requirements for the pco for the first time acc to 2023 legislation ?

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

Interesting question my friend is this what you are referring to? This is not the most up-to-date version so best to double check: Vehicle eligibility: 5 years or younger, meet emissions standards, 4 doors, saloon, estate, or MPV type. Insurance: Insured for private hire with at least third-party coverage. Licensing: Valid PCO license, criminal record check, medical exam, topographical test. Vehicle maintenance: Regular checks, safe and roadworthy. License plate: Clearly visible private hire license number. Note: These may vary slightly depending on the local licensing authority. Check with the PCO for updated requirements.

Something even worse than failing your driving test is being told you're still not ready to take it! I've had like almost 100 hours now and three mock tests where I've made one serious error and a few minors in each so that's not awful but my instructor still feels I'm not quite there yet 😑😒😔. The mock tests I took aren't the worst and I've seen many people keep failing them days before their year and yet still go for their test. So I think I should but my instructor still feels like I'm not like the average learner, where usually you'll be able to pinpoint where the weaknesses are. For me the main issue is focus and my mistakes are slightly more random. He did say he can't really teach me anything new at this point because he feels I know what to do: I have all the skills to drive and have all the potential, very good car control etc but can't maintain the level for long enough due to lack of concentration. Like I'll drive really well for 30 mins and then make a mistake, dwell on it, lose focus then make another error and so on. Then my negative thoughts remind me how useless I am for taking this long. I guess what worries me is that if it's the case that I can't be taught anything new, then I may never be able to do this. I'm almost 40 so age doesn't help but after this many hours I should be there. It is really demoralising. I've had three instructors with some bad experiences with the previous two, some big gaps in between like a month with no driving. I feel very inadequate and worthless as a human being. I've never been that confident in myself so this isn't helping. I feel like there has to be something really wrong with me to fail like this. I'm already a failure in life, unfulfilling admin job, haven't had a relationship in many years. I wish I was never born. Hate what I've become. Anyway regardless, Monday I'll have a final mock test and then decide if I need to delay the test which will be difficult to accept after so many hours and lessons and money.

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

I completely understand your frustration but the honest truth is learning to drive becomes harder the older we get. So apart from the cost the 100 hours is not abnormal. What you need to focus on is how you feel when you drive. Do you still feel anxious when driving or do you feel confident? We all make mistakes when driving but are they high risk mistakes or low risk? Low risk is normal high risk is bad. If you are making a serious fault every mock test then it's probably not a good idea to go for the driving test because won't the same thing happen? Instead focus on going over the faults you make and and fix them so you don't make them on the next mock test. It sounds like you are really close to finally getting your licence so don't give up and don't lose hope. Take the final push and you will be free as a bird🙌😁

@Jordan-tp8te

Жыл бұрын

You sure you don't have ADHD?

@RJSyeah

Жыл бұрын

@@JoshRamwell Hi josh, thanks for the reply earlier. The mock test I had went well and then I took my test today and pleased to say I passed with three minors. Maybe I need to be a little less hard on myself. Anyway relieved to have finally done it and appreciate your comments.

@Vhjiy4f

Жыл бұрын

Happy for you . Safe driving!.. so it took 100 hours ....you got a lifetimes worth of safe driving..So you are a little too hard on yourself..simply means you want to be the best safest drivers . So It's a hard exam to pass..simply means you are surrounded by good safe drivers. It's all good. So you practiced 100 hours..it just makes you a better driver .

@MissDottieG

Жыл бұрын

​@@RJSyeah I passed on my 4th time this year and I'm 42, its really hard, I struggled and the wait between was tests was horrible. Huge congratulations, you DID it, now what else can you achieve.

This is not complete info but what based upon the documents which is populated by the examiners, they fail people for so many other reasons but write it down under certain categories. The mistakes sometimes are very trivial and random. The driving in UK now looks like its the training to go to space or become a fighter piolet. But the main reason of frustration is no dates available. Many people have to wait more than a year or even two just to get a licence and not to say spending thousands of pounds.

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

Yes and u will have a video coming soon about driving tests and how to get one faster. 😁🙌

@arjunpandav7077

Жыл бұрын

@@JoshRamwell Thanks, however what i feel is that the entire system is heading to a dead end. Hundreds of thousands of people waiting to get a licence to drive, while the department is busy failing people or every pity reasons. Where will this all end up?

Iv got mine at 8am tomorrow in yorkshire. Iv been learning the routes and hopefully it will be a nice bright morning 😊 soo exited Anyone who isnt observing isnt ready for a test. Its one of the first things we learn

Haha there’s me who failed my first attempt for hesitation too many minor mistakes for hesitations 🥲😂

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

Well I guess someone had 2. Did you feel you were hesitating or did you think it was okay what you did? How many times did you hesitate?

@knt2660

Жыл бұрын

@@JoshRamwell I definitely hesitated a lot I was letting drivers go when it was my right too many times. I think it was 4-5 times but the examiner did say to trust my instincts and said he could tell I was nervous and overthinking the situations

@elliot_lufc1826

Жыл бұрын

Brilliant, thanks for this Josh, got my test next week at Cobridge, feeling confident

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

@@elliot_lufc1826 that's brilliant Elliot good luck. Avoid these 5 things and you will nail it😁🙌

@JoshRamwell

Жыл бұрын

@@knt2660 okay so it was probably the priority issues when meeting traffic etc that led to the faults? Maybe a lot of nerves involved with that one. I know I failed one of my driving tests because of nerves. Have you got another one booked yet?