Top 10 official reasons for failing the driving test in the UK

The top ten official reasons people fail their driving test in the UK according to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (the organisation that carries out the tests).
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00:00 Intro
00:17 Number 1
02:31 Number 2
03:15 Number 3
04:25 Number 4
05:10 Number 5
06:16 Number 6
07:44 Number 7
08:26 Number 8
09:41 Number 9
10:53 Number 10
11:37 Note
11:56 Outro

[@joeherbert8912]

Passed today with 5 minors, I can watch these videos without feeling stressed now!!

[@JustA.Person]

Congrats! 🎉 I hope I'll be like you soon since I've got my exam on Friday and I'd really love to pass first try 🤞

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@joeherbert8912]

@@JustA.Person thank you, stay calm and I’m sure you’ll be fine

[@joeherbert8912]

@@ConquerDriving cheers 👊

[@michapoom6609]

@@ConquerDriving you have a big contribution in these outcomes :) great job and keep it up :)

[@openhouseestateagentsnotti6052]

I passed my test this morning - first time with 4 minors and I owe so much credit to your videos I binged over the past few weeks!!! Thank you for your wonderful content! You are literally the best teacher 🙌🏼

[@ConquerDriving]

Thank you, I'm happy to hear you've found the videos helpful and congratulations on passing!

[@bryandaily7392]

Sir, you are by far the best driving instructor I have ever seen keep it up. Suggestion: start doing mock practical test with different people

[@MrAllywood79]

This man helped me a lot understanding driving. God bless you.

[@margaretdickie2050]

Passed first time this morning with 3 minors after two years of learning to drive but no instructor because of demand due to covid. Your videos ensured I knew exactly how to prepare for the test and very much helped me pass today! Thank you!

[@devindhoojeet905]

congrats keep it up

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm very happy to hear that. Congratulations on passing!

[@plugsocket9432]

I passed my driving test 13 years ago which had 14 minors. I failed the first time with a major and on both occasions I had gotten the same examiner. Anyway, no accidents in those 13 years of driving and I have even driven in other Countries where the vehicle had the steering wheel on the left hand side. Once you pass your driving test don’t look back and enjoy driving.

[@celsiocunha4282]

I like how clear this man speaks nice work

[@jasondonavich2758]

Thankfully I found your videos just in time, I had 2 days to go through as many as I could and I passed my driving test this week with 3 minors. Now I won't have to cycle to work in the rain all the time now 😃

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@michaelhill5840]

I’ve got my test at the start of next month so this was perfect timing! thanks 😃

[@scominggreger4326]

You're the best driving instructor on youtube. I was watching this bald guy and he was so arbitrary with his driving protocols. Being like "every 8 seconds check all your mirrors" and "shoulder check every time you move laterally." When practicing it was causing even more or a distraction cuz I was too busy checking mirrors and wasnt even fully aware of what was going on in front of me. I really appreciate how in one of your videos you said something like "you need to use the mirrors that are relevant to the information you need to know in that situation." So thank you for being more practical and logical in your driving instruction. It took a lot of stress off me from worrying about checking mirrors arbitrarily when I'm already aware of the vehicles around me.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

The steering fault can also be when drifting from one lane to another, eg on a roundabout.

[@skyzkkacper.5636]

He literally said that in the video

[@conorreilly3008]

Just wanna thank you for the in depth videos. Has helped my confidence Alot. Really appreciate it.

[@paul-8645]

I passed my test around 2 months ago and still watch this guy. I learnt so much from him. Thank you.

[@BelleNaturelle1]

Passed today with only 3 minors! I’m over the moon. Your videos have been a great help!!!!😭🙏🏾❤️

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@nletecca8030]

Cheers man I started last week I’ve had 4 hours already of lessons so 2 lessons next week on my 3rd lesson been watching all the videos to improve as quick as I can 👍🏽

[@aibrahim9546]

Got my test a week this Friday after many cancellations due to lockdowns. Trying to stay calm but difficult with the added pressure of next available test dates not being until next summer at least. Been watching your videos for a while and they are extremely helpful. Let’s hope it all comes in handy next week.

[@user-yt5si9yn1p]

Good luck! Im in the same boat- got mine this Wednesday, was moved from June to November but got it moved to September through other people cancelling

[@ConquerDriving]

Good luck, I hope it goes well.

[@standardsingh1150]

Biggest tip is don't get nervous most people can easily pass the uk driving test if they don't get nervous. I failed on my first attempt as I got nervous and the car rolled back a lot. So that'll be my biggest tip imagine the examiner is your instructor or parent that can help calm your nerves a lot.

[@user-yt5si9yn1p]

@@standardsingh1150 i passed this morning!!! Thanks for the tip

[@user-yt5si9yn1p]

How did it go?

[@abdullahiahmed119]

Got my driving test next May 2023,you already giving a lot tips and help. Thanks; much appreciated.

[@asias1542]

Very informative, interesting and helpful. Thanks to this knowledge many of learners will be able to concentrate on those weak points and eliminate the possible mistakes. Really appreciate for taking DVSA data and preparing such a great video yet again! 👍🙂

[@euphoriaphotographybyjodie]

I have my final driving lesson today before my test Monday and have found your videos so useful! Also helps my test is in the same car as you!

[@FraserGlasgow871]

Passed today! 🎉🎉🎉 thanks so much for these videos. I couldn’t have done it without them

[@amirah_costa]

I’m going to watch this video a million times before my test! Thank you for sharing it with us!

[@SwedishHouseFifa]

Really like the first person view camera, helps a lot!

[@daniellacarter6825]

Passed today first time with 2 minors watching your videos was such a great help. I was still so nervous but for anyone about to take their test, there is no need to be nervous it is easier than you may think and there’s always more times you can retake if you don’t pass.

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm very happy to hear that! Congratulations on passing!

[@joshuamercer-hollenstein3639]

Your videos played a massive part in helping me pass my driving test! Love your content, thanks for your time and energy making all these amazing resources 💪😁👍

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing and thank you 😊

[@user-vl2cw9tt2n]

Is it weird to say your voice is really relaxing? 🤣 Great video btw, got my driving test in a month and these are so helpful!

[@Naturalpeace7]

Best video i have seen so far on the internet, thanks for the information

[@andrew1234856]

I passed my test , so much of my driving has Richards mind all over it . Thanks Richard for making my local instructor feel proud

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing! Haha, thank you.

[@user-yt5si9yn1p]

Passed today!!! Can’t believe it but I’m so relieved! Thank you for the videos they are a huge help!

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing! You're more than welcome, thanks for watching.

[@Eeriejourneys367]

Love your vids mate. Have test in 1 week kingstanding test centre

[@siphenathimpetsheni7565]

I passed my test yesterday.. all thanks to you man your videos are very helpful and good please keep on doing the great work.

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations!

[@elliegrace7595]

This is *super* helpful thank you!!!

[@RusNad]

I passed my test in the Netherlands two days ago. Your videos were very helpful. Cheers!

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@Scotty993]

Very helpful video cheers mate.

[@rapidmooofaraahhh1921]

Thankyou for the videos been watching and revising over and over again and guess what with your fountain of knowledge and the information you provided I finally passed my driving test and it was an independent driving without satnav proper nerve racking when I heard I wasn't gonna use the satnav. The examiner kept saying breath,, take your time, relax no need to worry lol

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm so happy to hear that! Congratulations!

[@laurenslife7457]

Brilliant video as always got my test very soon I’m currently doing a intense driving course hoping I passed first time your videos are great help thank you

[@ConquerDriving]

Thank you and good luck!

[@al-anoud-123]

I will remember these during my test today - Thanks!

[@CJxTallnez97]

Great video! I was wondering if you'd ever thought about making a video on how to react to emergency vehicles/blue lights in different situations, I feel like there doesn't seem to be a general consensus on the best way to react and I don't feel like instructors spend enough time on it, thanks!

[@ConquerDriving]

Thank you, it is one I'd like to make.

[@hiddentruth2566]

Excellent well explained thanks

[@earljohnmission8497]

Thank you Richard for your wonderful post. Just passed my drivers license here in Isle of Wight. 4 drivers fault. Thank you so much !

[@ConquerDriving]

That's fantastic news, congratulations on passing!

[@hivenke07]

Passed today at Swindon with 3 Minors... !! Thanks to my instructors and KZbin channel like this.. Excellent guys.. keep doing this work.. this gives us confidence and another dimensional views.. I will watch this channel for more days to keep up driving skills upgraded.. @Conquer Driving, when you visit Swindon, Lunch on Me :)

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@thechatterbox2033]

Did it guys passed yesterday only one minor, only had 2 official lessons aswell, I had a year experience so I knew how to drive but the way I learnt to pass the test was this channel! Thank you so much

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations! I'm happy to hear my videos helped. 😊

[@exactlywhyl5496]

I'm not from the UK but central Europe, but I wanted to say how great your videos are, I have been learning how to drive for 3 years and I finally passed two weeks ago on my first try. I still can't believe I managed to pass 😅. Now I hope I'll get better and better and really become a good driver, so your videos will still be really helpful to me. It's very important to me that I become a really good driver if possible. Thanks for doing all of this! 😊

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm very pleased to hear that, congratulations! You will become good if you put the effort in.

[@anoop.mmadhu2742]

Hii, I passed my driving test 2 days ago and I would like to thank you for your good informative videos which helped a lot me to pass the test as I had not gone for any driving classes and used my own car for the test 🎉😊. Thankyou so much

[@ramindurrani1295]

Passed today with 6 minors, and of course your videos helped me the most I would like to say thank you so much for the amazing work and good luck everyone with your tests just focus on your driving rather the examiner!!!!

[@ConquerDriving]

That's fantastic news, congratulations on passing!

[@ramindurrani1295]

@@ConquerDriving God bless you

[@petermc7098]

Hello There, thank you for sharing this, it's much appreciated, a really helpful and informative list. Cheers Peter :-)

[@jenniferneely9925]

Thank you so much I watched a bunch of your videos before doing my practical test and I passed with 2 minors!

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great news, congratulations on passing!

[@ahasan2183]

Very helpful video thanks 😊

[@ACTP81]

I passed my test today. Your videos were really helpful. Thank you very much...!

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@RochaGamesPT001]

Thank you boss for all these videos, I have passed my driving test in another city I don't know with just 1 minor fault: steering a bit fast when entering junction.

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@robertconnell5302]

Cheers conquer diving I passed my taxi licence today test in Eastbourne. Sorry I don't know your first name but you are a character & excellent KZbin instuctor. Your dry steering 3 point turn helped me immensely. Take care.

[@robertconnell5302]

Just remembered I did see your name. Cheers Richard.

[@ConquerDriving]

You're very welcome and congratulations!

[@dideoluwadon5623]

Passed yesterday with 4 minors!! Your videos were really helpful. Now I feel more at ease.

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!

[@mahinansari6299]

U deserve more likes,views and subscribe, keep up the good work really helpful.

[@masteryehudi7031]

Passed today with three minors. Almost failed for hesitation! I watched this video and others from this channel and they really helped!

[@patriciakatasi1099]

Just me passing by this lane after passing with 6 minors. Thanks for the great work you're doing.

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@althafbackerc3581]

passed my test in first attempt yesterday. Your videos were a real help. Highly recommended👌🏻👌🏻

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!

[@botjake28]

Thank you so much for sharing

[@akolmoses7677]

Really I appreciate you, i failed my test because of number 9 last month. am from Uganda thanks

[@usmanasghar5867]

I passed my driving license today with 1 minor in Tottenham London, It was my first ever test in the UK. Your videos were beneficial. Thank you

[@ConquerDriving]

That's fantastic news! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!

[@elzed0112]

Passed with 6 minors today, thanks for your videos they were a great help while learning

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great news, congratulations on passing!

[@mariamjackson2994]

Hi Rich, I just passed my theory yesterday and I am soon going to apply your teachings for my practice before going for my practical test. I have learnt a lot from your videos, and I pretty sure, if applied well, I have no reason to fail.

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing your theory, I hope the videos help.

[@lucid4005]

did you pass

[@tylersibson1936]

Passed my driving test this morning first time. These videos leading up to the test were a life saver 👌 gave me great belief I could pass 👍

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@rozaliaacal]

my test is on the 9th of Nov so i'm glad i saw this video thank you 😅

[@al6804]

Thank you for the videos got my driving test tomorrow morning !

[@ConquerDriving]

Good luck!

[@al6804]

@@ConquerDriving I don’t know how I feel about it Iv just got home with a fail, the traffic lights just changed to amber going on red I diddnt feel it was safe to stop because the cats so close up behind me but he slammed on .

[@rozz1417]

Thank you so much for your videos, they are a massive help to us all, and thanks to you and my instructor, I was able to pass first time today with only 1 minor!

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great news, thank you for watching and congratulations!

[@conorf8091]

Number 2 roundabout one is exact reason I failed first test. Easily done if there’s a lot going on at once but still a mistake you can’t make so fair enough

[@gokselkati9216]

thanks very good video

[@Hamidhazaraofficial]

Much helpful ❤

[@mauricioruiz522]

I don't even live in the UK and I already have my driving license but this has been a very interesting video

[@rehanhussain2183]

Just passed mate I've been watching your videos they are helpful thanks

[@ConquerDriving]

Congratulations on passing!

[@markaldwinestrella6378]

Thanks Conquer Driving😊

[@KingsleyOfosuTwumEmergeMedia]

It is a PASS! Hi Richard I discovered your channel and bingo it has helped me a lot. I had my test yesterday (20/06/2023) and watched this particular video, as someone who had only 3hrs of driving practice with an accredited instructor this video came in handy and I passed my test

[@ConquerDriving]

That's great to hear! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!

[@fazu1683]

Sadly i drive an old, 87 Fiero with original engine in it. As much as your videos helped me learn to drive a manual, i wish i could find a teacher with an older classic car :( It needs a little extra help in certain areas, like taking off etc. It stalls much easier lol I imagine because the engine is old. Love the video, thanks for the tips. I wouldn't own my car today if it weren't for your videos

[@ConquerDriving]

It shouldn't be too much different. Maybe this video will help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5W3hIV4f9eqbbs PS Ronald Finger did some great videos on the Fiero.

[@fazu1683]

@@ConquerDriving Thanks a bunch! And I agree. I watched his entire series! Learned quite a bit from him, as my car was also a fixer upper lol He seems like a fun lad

[@Destro7000]

Never heard of nor seen 'Bus Gate' anywhere until this video!

[@Ria-Tv]

Thank You so much ❤️

[@jankedmediagroup6784]

Love the videos and information provided, you have a very good attitude towards teaching. I was just wondering what your thoughts are on learning to drive in small vans instead of cars? It seems like most instructors I've talked to think its bad, but the dvla don't state whether it's okay or not.

[@ConquerDriving]

I don't believe you can do your test in a van due to lack of visibility for the examiner. Same with many convertible cars. The car needs to have front and rear seats.

[@jankedmediagroup6784]

@@ConquerDriving ah I think I didn't explain it correctly, but thank you for replying anyway! I wouldn't be doing a test in a van, but getting used to the road. My family can't afford a car, so we've only got a van, I am getting professional lessons, but my instructor seemed to think it wasn't allowed to be practicing in a van instead of a car.

[@jamesdaly1111]

I thought going too slowly would be in there, I got 2 minors for it in my own test last week but passed overall. Also got 2 minors for missing chances to turn. But it feels safer to wait if you aren’t sure.

[@namoflondon81]

Thanks a lot for your video,help me so much ❤♥💖💕💗💜❤♥

[@narges3811]

Thank you so much .

[@georiaz]

Very good Sir

[@kirstylouisexxx4838]

I failed today because of observation at a junction! I was so gutted but ive booked again for the end of January 🙏

[@Splendourbeautie]

0:07 Ineffective junction observations 2:49 Mirrors when changing directions/lanes 4:16 Improper steering control (including road positioning while turning) 7:37 Incorrect positioning when turning right at junctions 10:05 Moving off unsafely (poor observations or decisions) 11:45 Response to traffic lights 13:21 Lack of control moving off - rolling back, repeated stalling 14:23 Poor positioning in your lane 15:47 Incorrect response to road signs n marking 16:50 Reverse park - poor accuracy/control or observations

[@devangchoksi4052]

good tips keep up the god work

[@nnedimmaumeh]

I have my test coming up this morning.. praying for a miracle 🙏

[@ianturner2505]

clear just him and good camra angles .Easy to VISULISE being in a car and drinving on todays roads.

[@user-qj4jf7zw3v]

Thank you so much. My test is in January,

[@ConquerDriving]

You're welcome, I hope you pass in the new year.

[@Yatzz06]

Could you do a video on meeting point? Your videos are helping me alot

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm not surely what you mean, if you mean meeting situations, this video may help kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKWoZZ5tZcR5hNU

[@Yatzz06]

@@ConquerDriving yes I meant exactly this . Thankss

[@softie2]

passed on the 27th of december with no minors(also driving auto which helped a lot) thanks to your vids

[@ConquerDriving]

Wow! No minors, what an achievement!

[@beardyface8492]

The reason for the stop sign being at what you call a "ridiculous" height is that it had to be mounted above the road, legally that requires that it be at least 16 feet 6 inches above the carriageway same as the minimum for an unmarked bridge, if there was a footpath for it to be above it would only need to be 11 feet up. Imposing a height restriction on a road just to put a sign lower might be seen by anyone needing access with a tall vehicle (bus, removal lorry, dustbin wagon, farm equipment, etc.) as even more ridiculous.

[@whitequeen6712]

Passed today with 2 minors!!! Thanks for ur video!!

[@ConquerDriving]

That's fantastic! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!

[@thevoid5117]

Have my test in 3 hrs will update. Update: I passed! 2 minors, mirrors (over exaggerate your head turning to check them!) and not slowing down from 70-40 due to road works in time

[@ConquerDriving]

That's fantastic news, congratulations on passing!

[@thevoid5117]

@@ConquerDriving Thank *YOU* for your years of help and incredibly informative content.

[@hamzaahmad5101]

I have my test in the morning haha perfect timing. some last min tips! (The next morning) guys I passed with only 2 minors. Forgot that fog lights are supposed to be turned on with 100m or less visibility and I forgot to put on the handbrake when finished🙄🤦🏽‍♂️

[@ConquerDriving]

Good luck!

[@akolmoses7677]

Is it professional to put on hazard lights on during the emergency stop?

[@aashirmahmood7341]

Yes u r right i fail my test for mirrors on junction and observation in junctions in 27 of june now looking for new test date but no dates are available in website ..really tensed

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm sorry to hear that. If you keep checking for a cancellation you may find one a lot sooner.

[@Enanram]

Just to let you know, I watch most of these by casting to my TV, and the little cards don't appear. It would be helpful if you could also put links to those videos in your descriptions. Thanks for all your work!

[@ConquerDriving]

Thank you.

[@kathrynbarker4000]

Hi Richard, just a question, is driving through an unmarked crossroads without stopping count as a major? Also, would driving a little over the kerb when turning left count as a major? Did these 2 things yesterday and don't want to make a terrible mistake on my test next month!! Thanks.

[@ConquerDriving]

Mounting the kerb is most likely a fail and you don't have to stop at an unmarked crossing you just have to be slow enough that it is safe and you stop safely if you need to

[@biswajitchakraborty8657]

Thanks

[@amaa4967]

I failed yesterday because of low speed on countryside road and signaling too early. It was rainy and I was driving at 30-38 mph on the countryside road. I signaled 3 times early, one of them there was a short line on the sat nav, I didn't think it would be a junction, so I signaled then cancelled it and re-signaled again after passing it. The second signaling was wrong, I didn't notice it. The third one was 300yds before a roundabout but there was no junctions before it.

[@ConquerDriving]

I'm sorry to hear that, maybe these videos can help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJvMq3R9Zdqfic0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGrYkJunm9Wdb80 I wish you the best of luck with your next test.

[@amaa4967]

@@ConquerDriving thank you so much Your videos are always so helpful

[@amaa4967]

I passed after two fails. Thank you so much for your videos. They are very helpful

[@krycha7120]

Even though I passed my test two months ago, I still watch your videos to remind and teach myself of how to drive well and safe. Great video! P.S Also a tip to people who are about to have their exams. I had number 9 happen to me when I totally forgot to put a car in gear on a hill before moving off. I know it may be hard, but the best thing to do is not panic and rev your car aimlessly because you won't go forward anyway! If you start rolling back, break to a stop and secure a car with a handbrake. Then take your time to see what went wrong. Once you figured it out, start again! That's what I did and it saved me a fail :D

[@ianturner2505]

Its good to refresh and remined ,be safe.

[@colinjava8447]

I think that stop sign was high up cause of possible tall vehicles colliding with it.

[@gabrielcaddy9850]

I almost passed first time thanks to these videos, 2 minors but then on the last corner i missed a car in my front blindspot coming onto the roundabout and got a serious driving fault, i've never done that before over 1500 miles of learning with family members and it has to happen on the test, better luck next time i guess.

[@ConquerDriving]

That's such a shame, if you only got 2 minors that's a sign you're ready and just made a mistake. We all make mistakes. Good luck with your next test.

[@gabrielcaddy9850]

@@ConquerDriving You've been a great subistute for a in person driving instructor as due to the lack of driving lessons atm, i've been learning entirely via my parents who as much as they want to help don't know the test, so these videos have invaluable for making sure i know everything the test requires of me.