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Common mistakes

Here are some of the most common reasons why people fail the restricted licence test.

Preparing for and booking the full licence test
For more information on critical errors and immediate failure errors, as well as some common mistakes and skills to improve before the test, take a look at our information in the restricted licence section.
Talking to your learner while driving

Teaching someone how to drive at higher speeds requires really clear communication. Drive covers how to give helpful and productive instructions, and how to manage mistakes.

Doing the restricted licence test
Critical errors

Immediate failure errors

Common mistakes

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If you pass the test:

The testing officer will give you a temporary (paper) restricted licence. Keep it on you when you drive.
Preparing for and booking the restricted licence test
Critical errors

Immediate failure errors

Common mistakes

Booking your restricted licence test
When you feel you’re ready, you can book and pay for your test online:

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Get your car test ready

What the testing officer looks for before you begin your restricted driving test.

After the learner licence test

So you've passed your learners test. Now what? Time to get your ‘L plates’, find a coach and hit the road. Here’s what else to expect once you’ve got your learner licence.

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