004 FAQs Part 001 Should I take my own car ? What times of day should I do my P1 NSW Driving Test?

[@TheHealrod]

Hi Jimbo, thank you for your videos, they are very helpful. International here, trying to convert an overseas Full License to a NSW Full License. I have one question: I do not own my own car, nor can I buy one because, well... I can't drive with my overseas license, so should I then book/hire a care from a Driving School for my driving test? Regards from Kingswood!

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

It looks like you have no other option. If you haven't been driving much lately I would actually recommend having lessons as well.

[@boggers]

My driving instructor has given me a bunch of reasons why I should use his branded driving school car for the test when I'd really rather use my own car. I had a hunch that the main reason was the $180. Now I know for sure. Thanks for that!

[@faridsoltanpor8303]

Your videos are amazing, thank you!

[@annaluizasalmeida]

One more question - do you know if I can drive barefoot? I’m so used to drive like this and I feel more confident and comfortable, Im afraid to have shoes on and fail 😢

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Yes you can.

[@jamierevis4972]

If your car doesn’t have airbags will you still be able to drive it

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Well I doubt whether an examiner can tell unless there is some warning light that the examiner can see. Why doesnt the car have airbags?

[@jamierevis4972]

The car I am driving didn’t come out with airbags since its a bit old

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

@@jamierevis4972 Yes that car will be fine as long as it's registered and roadworthy. There is no current requirement that a test car has to have an airbag.

[@FashodaKing]

I did my driving test yesterday at Blacktown with my dad car 🚘 and I pass 💯 Before I get there I watched your videos and they help me a lot. Thank you so much continue teaching upcoming drivers 🥰🥰

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Congratulations Awan on passing at Blacktown!!! Great effort. Thanks for watching and stay safe :)

[@kuromi494]

did they take you to the big roundabout?

[@FashodaKing]

@@kuromi494 yeah but luckily it was a holiday, not exactly busy 💚

[@richyearle007]

Thanks for making these videos. These are exactly what i am after.. The reason i am here is because my child just turned 16 and got her L plates yesterday.. I want to teach her the correct way to drive without passing on any bad habits i may have picked up over the years. Cheers.

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Thanks Richy :)

[@Angie-ny1xl]

I went for my Ps last Monday and passed first go, Idk what I would of done without your videos

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Congratulations Angie on passing 1STGO!!! Great work 👍 Thanks for watching and always stay safe 😃

[@Angie-ny1xl]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 Thank you 😄😄

[@fireaussie7511]

Going for my Ps test on this Tuesday! Excited! Was hoping I could get a driving lesson before then but it’s going unlikely.. So binge watching your videos!

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Best of luck Fire Aussie :)

[@fireaussie7511]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 thanks mate!

[@peeeva]

how'd it go

[@fireaussie7511]

@@peeeva I did get it back in November thanks

[@xshadowscreamx]

Middle of the day is the only way

[@aprils.p5592]

Hi Jimbo, what time would you recommend for a weekend? Thanks heaps!

[@samuelleask1132]

Your videos are amazing, thank you!

[@happydobby9567]

and thank you for these videos! im going for my test soon and theyre really helpful! :)

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Glad i could help you out. Best of luck :)

[@sarakern9041]

Thanks for making these, very informative! Could you talk about the required manouvers/parking? The most common mistakes, what's the most importnat to focus on etc. Also just more general tips for passing the test would be great. Thanks!

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Sara thanks for your comment. Yes I will do the reverse parallel park and 3pt, just want to get them right so I'm just practicing with other topics at the moment. The F19 fail is probably the most common fail item and I've covered that one with the Head Checks vid. Hope you get your P1 licence 1STGO and soon :)

[@xtasteofemox]

Regarding the crack in windscreen, my car has a repaired crack which has left a slight imperfection behind where the rear view mirror is. Would this be a problem?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

That should be fine.

[@eenishsana9500]

I have gotten in first go yesterday . Your videos were a bit helpful too. A little suggestion try to do a 3D or may be a 360 degree view in videos . But these videos are great help .

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Great work eenish !!! Stay safe :)

[@BeatlesSIx]

Thanks for your help! Question, what happens if one of my headlights has a crack?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Usually cracked lights mean they won't take the car out. But best contact Service NSW for this question.

[@wuorson5111]

Hi Jimbo, I have also noticed that in rare cases there is the third person coming to the driving test which is the monitoring officer, who is to see if the testing is conducted properly, hence there’s a few questions popped up in my mind. Is it OK to: 1. Bring a ute to driving test (where there is no 3rd brake light in the middle, nor centre mirror) 2. Bring a vehicle with other state/territory’s rego 3. Bring a 2 seater vehicle Cheers!

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Yes to all.

[@mdrabid2893]

Thanks ! Keep up the good work

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Thanks MD :)

[@thecodfather5204]

Awesome, doing my test at 10:35 on the 14th of October

[@thecodfather5204]

@KRISH 29 thanks bro

[@thecodfather5204]

@KRISH 29 me too bro. ill let you know how mine goes

[@stonedsloth6367]

@@thecodfather5204 How was your test?

[@thecodfather5204]

@@stonedsloth6367 passed bro

[@thecodfather5204]

@KRISH 29 passed :) 100%

[@bobz3197]

HI Jjmbo, do you recommend also avoiding booking the test on waste collection days or is this not generally a problem? Thanks!

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Bob the bin truck certainly can get in the way and make things tricky. If you're not fussed what day you do your test then yes pick a day that's not bin day.

[@ofakilanzessnagaseu]

I have my driving test tomorrow 4:00pm wish me luck 🙏🤞❤️

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Best of luck Lanzess :)

[@lollybagmike2502]

I have a test today at 2pm, wish me luck hahah, this will be my 2nd attempt

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Best of luck LollybagMike 🤞🤞🤞

[@omarjalloh5919]

I have my driving test at 2:30pm next month a bit nervous

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Best of luck Omar 🤞

[@PG-vs4ff]

Which test centre we should choose between Blacktown and castle hill?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

It's your choice PG.

[@sanjuctaguhaneogi7485]

Thanks for the wonderful tips, I have booked my test at 2:45 pm this Friday, will school zone rule apply. I'm assuming it won't as schools will be closed that time, maybe staff attending.

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

No school zone this Friday as it's not an official school day.

[@linglingofficial5068]

Watching this after already booking for 3:30 😬

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Ling Ling Just make sure you watch for school zones (they finish at 4pm usually so if your test is running late it will finish during your test, make sure your car clock is accurate), take care you dont get caught blocking intersections. Good luck :)

[@linglingofficial5068]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 ok thank you, this helps so much.

[@anon-842]

My front left window isn't operational. Will this be an issue?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

If the examiner goes to open the window and they prob will then most definitely yes. It's a bit of a gamble.

[@TheBeautifulTempest]

Great content!

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Thanks Danielle.

[@GeorgeMods]

Hi I’ve got a 1998 Honda Civic I was wondering if it’s smart bringing a old car to the test all lights work and tyres are fine

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Frost it makes no difference what car you take to a test. If you are comfortable driving your Honda and it complies with their requirements ie registered, no faulty Takata airbag, signal and brake lights, tyres etc then take it for your test.

[@GeorgeMods]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 Does a check engine light get judged?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

No they won't worry about an engine check light.

[@smitalimbu7553]

Hi jimbo I like your videos can you make video in botany area

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Smita i am planning to do some more Mock Tests in various formats and locations i just need to sort it out. Thanks for watching :)

[@tamsincolley6691]

Hi Jimbo, your videos are very helpful! I have my test coming up but had to book it at 8:45am, any tips for doing it at that time of day? Thanks! :)

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Tamsin sorry for the delay. At 845am you need to watch out for school zones. Also the school traffic may make some intersections busy.

[@tamsincolley6691]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 Thank you so much for your advice. I passed my driving test today at 8:45am at Botany with a score of 104! I watched all of your 'how to pass' videos and more which helped a lot. Thanks again and hope you keep helping people pass their test! :)

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

@@tamsincolley6691 Congratulations Tamsin on passing at Botany!!!! Great work 👍 Thanks for watching and always stay safe 🙂

[@gracefullmess]

This is going to sound stupid. But when you say "when you leave the bay signal five seconds".. You mean like when I exit the parking lot right? Someone told me I'm supposed to signal, before reversing out of my carpark... Which doesn't make sense to me...especially since I'll be reversing one direction then driving away in another... So yeah, do I need to signal before reversing from a car spot?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Gracefully Mess yes signal 5 seconds before leaving the parking spot. You should strickly signal when reversing out as well but from my experience you don't reverse out of the parking bay (spot) if you start reversed in and just drive out at the start. Also they didn't seem to mark it if you did reverse anyway. Also a test I presented the other day signaled about 2 seconds before pulling out of the bay absolutely short of the 5 seconds required. I was expecting a signal error in zone one but nothing. In my opinion there is a large discrepancy between examiners marking.

[@gracefullmess]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 but typically when reversing out of a carpark am I supposed to signal? If so then do I signal in the direction that I'm reversing or the way that I intend to drive once I have reversed (if that makes sense)

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Well as I said strictly yes for 5 seconds and it should be the right signal but that's ridiculous when backing the opposite way. So I personally don't. It's your choice. If you want to signal do it. And signal the way you are backing out. Your choice.

[@gracefullmess]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 thanks so much ☺

[@Alis181]

hi can you show us video for stop sign plz

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Mun bista I cover stop signs in this vid. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5aVq5SubNiYgpY

[@thefremzyfam102]

My friend failed twice and she has to pay around $300 each,using the instructor car.so expencive here in Adelaide 😢

[@kamalk12]

Around the same cost in Sydney

[@jsd9871]

What about if your car has a your UHF aerial on the front I mean like dead centre in between the spotlights will they let you drive it for the test I just want to know even though I haven't got a car at the moment because my old 93 Ford Laser had the UHF aerial in the middle and I'm thinking about doing it with my next car I'm usually use removable whips

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi JSD I can't see why it would be a problem but if you want an exact answer you will need to ask Service NSW.

[@tiendonguyen8235]

Not me that booked my test at 2:20 at Gregory hills and regretting it now

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Tiendo if it's school holidays then 220pm isn't actually all that bad as the 40zone doesn't apply and there is no school traffic.

[@esteers444]

One more question - could you clarify the rules around signalling when doing three point turn (I know you have to signal at the start but is it also when reversing?) Thanks for the videos, please make more! :)

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Mijav thank you for your question. The 3 pt turn vid will be my next manoeuvre so stay tuned !. But to answer your question re signal. You only signal (plus checks) pulling in and then signal 5 seconds (and checks) pulling out. The examiners don't mark any more signals after that it's just all checks. I'll have it all listed in the 3pt vid. Hope this helps you with your NSW P1 test :)

[@esteers444]

The Driving Test Guy NSW Thanks!!

[@thecodfather5204]

Will they check tail lights (The on that are on with headlights but not brake lights) part of my left tail light is out

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi NAB they only check brakes lights and signals.

[@thecodfather5204]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 thank you 🙂

[@dianagleek]

How much it cost if im not using my own car, just use the provided car by nsw service???

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Diana, Service NSW don't supply test cars. You have to arrange it yourself. Either your own car, a friends car or you hire one from say a driving instructor. With instructors if they are ok just doing test car hire, they usually want an hour lesson before it. On Average the lesson and hire of the car for the test is usually around $150 to $200

[@LauraMarilia]

Hi Jimbo, my car is a manual, would it be worth it to boon a school's auto one? Is it true is easier to pass the test with an auto car?

[@maryjanecarreon739]

Is it okay to have a small crack on the front window?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Mary you will get away with a small chip, but if it is a crack and it's in the view of the examiner it may cause a problem. Is the crack expanding ?

[@esteers444]

Hi, would you say in your experience can people pass their driving test without having done any lessons with a professional instructor? Are there special/necessary ‘tricks’ that they teach you or can it be enough to just practice with someone who’s a good driver? Thanks!

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Mijav it is quite possible to pass your test without professional lessons. As long as you do your research on what the examiners want. That is the aim of my vids to help people to do this. You need to know when headchecks are marked ( see my head check vid) and make sure your don't break any road rules. Ie actually stop at stop signs and don't exceed the speed limit. Hope this helps :)

[@esteers444]

The Driving Test Guy NSW Paseed my test 1stGo today!! Your videos and answers definitively helped heaps as I did not take any professional lessons. Thanks again and keep up the good work!! :)

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

@@esteers444 HI Mijav thats great news!!! That is the aim of my YT channel to prepare drivers for their P1 test and save money. I'll have a FB page soon so i will be posting pics of all my success stories. (You are my first as The Driving Test Guy NSW!!!!! Take care and drive safe :)

[@thecodfather5204]

@@esteers444 how did you find the test itself?

[@sabham1502]

Hi. Do you recommend taking a rental car in? For those of us transferring overseas licenses (with several years of experience), an L or P plate is not needed on the car, right?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Yes you can take a rental car.

[@mamtagurung1645]

Hello jimbo I have been constantly watching your videos helped me alot in my parking. And I have test coming soon but the time is at 3pm can you give me any suggestions or tips for driving at that time please.

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hello Mamta at 3pm on school days you will have heavier traffic. You will also have to look out for 40km/h school zones. It's best to know the area and where they are. Also because it's busy be careful not block any intersections. If you can fit on the other side wait back. I also find the afternoon traffic seems to be even more impatient with learners so just know that. Other than that best of luck.

[@mamtagurung1645]

Thank you so much

[@prabingurung4629]

Hy Jimbo, i want to take my own car for test, my car is quite old and headlight are faded and blury do they allow me to drive my car?? Will someone plz help me Cheers for all

[@computerguy222]

My car has a little chip on the windscreen that O’brian couldn’t fix, so would they bother with a tiny chip that’s smaller than a 5 cent coin?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

If it is a crack that is expanding then that is a problem. Usually chips you can get away with. Whereabouts is it ?

[@computerguy222]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 passenger side 3 and a half feet across from passenger door and 1 and a half feet down from top of windscreen. And it does pass rego as it is.

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

@@computerguy222Well if it is a minor crack and doesn't obscure vision it should be ok. That's what their guidelines say.

[@computerguy222]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 I don’t even notice it, it hides behind the mirror, I guess I’ll have to take my chances on Wednesday. You’re a legend buy the way.

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

@@computerguy222 I think you will be ok with that. Give it your best shot and let us know how it goes :)

[@adamshanahan7935]

Hey mate I’ve got a question about correct round a bout signaling , just curious as to proper signaling as exiting. Also cheers for these videos very informative and I’ve learnt a lot really good help mate 👍

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Adam thanks for your question. There are plenty of more vids coming just gotta get time to do them. I'll have the roundabout vid up soon but just to answer your question re signalling. If you are going left then signal left and let it click off. To go straight, no signal in and then just before you exit , signal left a couple of flashes. To turn right, signal right in and just before you exit signal left a couple of flashes. If you are doing a U turn, signal right in and just before you exit, signal left a couple of flashes. There's a bit more re the roundabout and the NSW P1 driving test that I want you to know, hopefully I'll have the vid up in a day or two. Hope these vids help you get your P1 licence 1STGO. Cheers :)

[@adamshanahan7935]

The Driving Test Guy NSW cheers for that this will help with a few mistakes I didn’t even realise I was making

[@haydenraymond7677]

Does the instructor have to see the speed odometer?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

In NSW no.

[@JimmyBanGames]

One question I have is - if I am in the right lane, and want to turn into the left lane going the same direction to later turn left up the road, am I allowed to slow down to allow a few cars to go by on the left side of the road if they are not letting me in on my test? * Also I have been told you are allowed to change lanes in an intersection but am not sure if thats actually true?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Jimmy yes you can slow a bit in order to get those cars passed you quicker. Generally you don't want to unnecessarily slow down though otherwise merging into the traffic is harder. Yes you can change lanes within an intersection. I don't recommend it but you can.

[@ronaldreagan9579]

Hi. Both of my cars are fairly luxurious and expensive german cars. I feel that I will be failed out of prejudice. Any ideas?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Chungus you can rest easy. The examiners are quite professional and may actually enjoy a drive in a Beemer or Merc.

[@risky5770]

Hi, when you're reversing from a parking spot do you need to indicate?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Risky Thank you for your question. You should technically signal Right 5 seconds when leaving a bay however in my experience examiners don't worry about signalling when reversing from a bay (only when forward leaving) I'm happy to be corrected on that. If you are worried just signal Right 5 seconds anyway. Hope that helps.

[@nhantranb.5172]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 hi sir, do you mean when we are reversing from the parking lot?

[@saketganeriwala]

Hi Driving Test Guy. Is it ok if I keep the car at D with the brakes applied at lights, or am I expected to change to N everytime I stop the car? Also I am expected to apply the handbrake when I stop at lights? Thanks!

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Keep it in Drive at the lights. You dont really put it in N ever. Just Drive , Reverse or Park. Dont put the Handbrake on at lights. You dont need to.

[@happydobby9567]

is 12.20 on a Tuesday a good time for test?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

12:20 is ok. You are not amongst any heavier traffic.

[@27sianaauaa76]

My cars a holden commodore 2001 serviced upto date and everything’s fine, will they let me use my car even tho it’s pretty old 😂

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi 27 Siana. Yes they will have no problem with your car. Make sure all signals and brake lights work, no cracks in the windscreen, the exterior headlights , rear lights are not cracked, the tyre tread is good. Also check if your car has a faulty Takata airbag. If all this is ok then you should have no problems with your car. Don't forget to.get one of those bubble (blindspot) mirrors for your left side mirror.

[@27sianaauaa76]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 sweet thanks

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

@@27sianaauaa76 No worries :)

[@millier2714]

Hi, I'm in VIC but I love ur videos and learnt a lot from them. My test is in few days and I'm using my private car. It has baby car seats fixed. Am I allowed to keep them in the car or do I have to remove them? Thanks

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Millie it shouldn't be a problem. If you want a more accurate answer it's best to contact Vic Roads. Thanks for watching 😃

[@millier2714]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 Thank you so much.

[@rubyromail940]

Hi Do u take the driving lessons??

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hi Ruby yes I do, however I teach Manual and in Macarthur area only.

[@rubyromail940]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 oh I wish u could teach me??? Do u recommened any one particular?? Please let me know I am looking to book lessons. Already booked my test on 27th of Nov .I live in campsie. Please reply.

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

@@rubyromail940 Hi Ruby unfortunately im not familiar with Campsie. Do some googling and read the reviews. You want an instructor that will actually teach you stuff and not just randomly drive you around.

[@rubyromail940]

@@thedrivingtestguynsw8424 ok. I will. I have failed may be 4-5 times in past then kind a gave up as I thought I will never ever to drive but now I feel more confident... Just started to watch ur videos yesterday. Its very help full. Thanks so much...

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

@@rubyromail940 What have been the fails items ?

[@manika57]

Hi Jimbo, your videos are very helpful! Thank you! I have my driving test on the 25th of June. Can you please share the current test route for Gregory hills?

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

Hello Manika good luck on the 25th :) I can't give out the test routes as it will upset some people I don't want to upset. However they generally use Smeaton Grange, around Narellan (both sides of Narellan Town Centre) and there is one that goes to Gledswood Hills.

[@andjjj4318]

gregory hills? do you hold driving lessons or just these youtube videos

[@thedrivingtestguynsw8424]

HI Andjj i am a manual driving instructor in Macarthur area.