Even more facts about the driving test.. MSM - Mirror, Signal (if necessary) Manoeuvre. It is not the frequency of the use of mirrors that is important but rather the timing of the use of your mirrors. The left door mirror tends to be under utilized by many drivers. Failure to use the left or right door mirrors before turning left or right respectively, will lead to observation faults. FACT React correct to hazards. This means that you should not under react or over react. Read the road ahead and avoid getting yourself into awkward situations. Never complicate the situation for yourself or for other road users. Watch the pedestrian who is about to press the pelican crossing button; look out for the child who may follow the ball which is either moving or stationary. FACT Make sure your vehicle is in roadworthy condition. All your lights should be working, especially all your brakelights and indicators. FACT You must be able to demonstrate easily that you know where all your vehicle controls are. Many experienced drivers do not know where the rear fog light is. A tester will ask you questions on the vehicle controls as part of the test. FACT Make sure you have a fully up to date insurance disc, tax disc and where applicable an NCT disc displayed with the correct registration number on each. It is your responsibility to ensure that these are in order - do not leave the responsibility of checking these to other family members or to your instructor. FACT Make sure your tyres are in good condition and that the tread depth is above the TWI (Tread Wear Indicator) mark on each tyre. Also ensure that the air pressure is correct and that the walls of the tyres are in good condition. FACT You must have a current provisional licence with you on the day of your test. No other document will suffice under any circumstances. FACT The vehicle in which you are being tested must be registered in the Irish Republic and have an Irish Registration Number. It is absolutely in order for you to open a window, adjust the heater or operate any other relevant control during the course of the test. FACT
Posted on: Sat, 31 Aug 2013 15:33:51 +0000
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