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Driving test number 4 tomorrow should I just cancel.

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tiredmummyshark · 18/09/2018 21:06

4th attempt tomorrow and just been out for a last run with DH and aqua plained scared the hell out of me! I'm not doubting my ability and just thinking shall I give up! It's costing me a fortune in tests and lessons and I'm stressing over it once again! Worst part is I can drive but on a test you would think Iv never even seen a car never mind drive one!

Anyone got any tips or basically a kick up the back side for me ??

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PasteSandwiches · 19/09/2018 19:10

Is aquaplaning a bad driver thing? It's happened to me loads on the road I drive on (nsl duel carriageway can't move over because I'm being overtaken) I'm always in control (as far as I suppose I can be), but I feel it and drive out of it fine. I didn't know that made me a bad driver.

PasteSandwiches · 19/09/2018 19:20

I've just googled aquaplaning, it appears to be far more serious than having to drive through a huge puddle and losing a bit of grip on the left hand side (as happens to me on occasion). I rescind my earlier comment.

PaulHollywoodsSexGut · 19/09/2018 19:22

Ah I really hope you passed.

I passed 4th time (but was robbed 3rd time)

DH passed 5th time and is the safest driver I know.

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Rebecca36 · 19/09/2018 19:26

My DC had four goes - then passed and has been driving as if doing it since birth!

You'll get through, don't cancel.

knockknockknock · 19/09/2018 20:34

@tiredmummyshark Well?...

tiredmummyshark · 19/09/2018 22:46

Sorry for the late reply I've been in a terrible mood ! I failed

One major 1 minor

The major was for cutting someone up I felt like they were miles away but it's the examiners decision that sticks

Thanks for all your support

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RoadrunnerMeepMeep · 19/09/2018 22:51

Do it, I passed on my 4th try. A friend of mine passed on the 9th.

RoadrunnerMeepMeep · 19/09/2018 22:52

Oops should’ve rtft first. Hard luck op, don’t give up Flowers

FoofFighter · 20/09/2018 07:40

Get you next test booked ASAP Thanks

CormoranStrike · 20/09/2018 08:07

That’s a shame, but only one minor is amazing.

Sounds like you disagree on the major - a subjective decision, but their call - but you can clearly drive. So book another test ASAP.

PaulHollywoodsSexGut · 20/09/2018 09:24

Keep at it lass

I swear to god if I can pass truly anyone can

And I passed when I lived in the countryside and my favourite driving environment now is central London, I shit ye not x

bananamonkey · 20/09/2018 10:56

That's a shame but 1 minor means you were good and the major was just a silly mistake therefore you absolutely can do it next time!

Similar happened to me and it was like a switch flicked in my head that actually I would have passed without the silly mistake so next time I could do it (4th time pass for me). BTW aqua planing scares the shit out of me and I've been driving 9 years

ALemonyPea · 20/09/2018 19:27

Oh no, what a gutter. Put back in for it. 1 minor is great, you can do it.

Longdistance · 20/09/2018 19:31

I passed at my 7th attempt. I’m a fucking great driver.

You are no rush in your test. Take your time, and think about your manoeuvres.

Good luck 🍀

Omgineedanamechange · 20/09/2018 19:34

I passed on my seventh attempt, don’t give up. And don’t tell anyone when your test is. Takes the pressure off a lot!

Easynow · 20/09/2018 19:47

Book another one asap! MN massive are behind you Flowers

tiredmummyshark · 20/09/2018 20:46

Iv put back in because if I don't do it now I never will 🙈

I'm going to take the advise of not telling anyone I have told people so far so let's hope that helps.

Thanks everyone

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MinecraftHolmes · 20/09/2018 21:21

One minor is really good going! Good on you for getting it rebooked 😊

HolyFuckNuggets · 20/09/2018 22:49

One minor is amazing. I've put in for mine again too OP, really hoping it's the last one but I'm already dreading it and it's a month away/.

BathroomLights · 20/09/2018 23:39

But make sure you don't tell your husband either if he's arguing with you the night before every test.

fallingleavess · 07/10/2018 20:41

New test tomorrow !!!

Iv done a crash course today so doing it in a new car tomorrow ! This is the most nervous I have been

Wish me luck !!

Wellhellojonsnow · 07/10/2018 20:51

Took me 5 times - and now not had an accident in the 20 years since!

Apparently they have a quota of passes in a certain period, so that maybe working against you.

Good luck & keep trying!

fallingleavess · 08/10/2018 17:48

I passed !!!!!

ILoveAnOwl · 08/10/2018 17:53

Well done!

SpoonBlender · 08/10/2018 18:16

Yay! Go you :D

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