Danger drivers make 12 serious mistakes in test
BRITAIN’S worst learner drivers each notched up 12 serious or dangerous errors during their practical tests last year.
Britain's worst learner drivers each made up 12 serious or dangerous errors during their tests
Two women and one man, who made the faults, were so bad their examiners had to take evasive action to stop a crash that could injure them or another road user.
Among the many serious mistakes they made were ignoring traffic lights, failing to use the hand brake, signalling incorrectly, moving off dangerously and not paying attention to road markings.
Learner drivers automatically fail their practical test if they make one dangerous or serious error. They can make up to 15 minor faults.
There were also 390 cases last year where the test had to be halted because the learner driver had “crashed”, according to official data from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
Learner drivers automatically fail their practical test if they make one dangerous or serious error
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It also found men were more likely to fail a practical test for speeding, not moving off safely, not taking notice of traffic signs or not looking properly at junctions.
Some people are better prepared for the test
Women were more likely than men to flunk the test for failing to control the car properly when reversing or for not being in control of the gears or steering.
All learners must also pass a theory test before they can rip up their L-plates
All learners must also pass a theory test before they can rip up their L-plates.
Lesley Young, DVSA chief examiner, said: “Pass rates can be influenced by various factors. Some people take more lessons and are better prepared for the test. Statistical factors can also play a part as the number of tests conducted at different test centres varies significantly.”