Observation is an essential skill for a low risk driver. The testing officer will be assessing your observation techniques throughout the test. You will fail if your observation is poor. When scanning must look:

• In the distance

• At the road surface

• To the left and right

• In your mirrors

• At the instruments and gauges

The driving test follows a set-course, comprising of 25 zones. During the test, a testing officer will be in the car with you, directing you where to drive and record your performance on a score sheet.

You are assessed against 5 key performance areas:

• Speed Management (S)
• Road Positioning (P)
• Decision Making (D)
• Responding to Hazards (H)
• Vehicle Control (C)