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Despite the many benefits of taking mock driving tests, some people choose to skip taking them.
Let’s take a look at some of the common myths and explain why taking a mock test is a good idea if you’re thinking any of these things.
"I do not have enough time"
One reason that people say they cannot take a mock test is because they do not have enough time.
Prioritising your time can be challenging with busy schedules of college, work and a social life. But failing to prioritise some time for a mock test is setting yourself up to fail the driving test.
You should be able to take a mock test within a one-hour driving lesson. One hour of time to become up to 40% more likely to pass your driving test is a really good use of time.
I might recommend that you take a few mock tests. Listen to expert advice.
“I’m afraid of failing”
Some people say that they do not take a mock test because they’re either too nervous, or worry that they’ll become more nervous about the real test if they fail.
Fear of failure is natural. But avoiding a mock test because you’re afraid will just maintain the anxiety that you need to overcome.
Taking a mock test can help you practise managing your nerves under test conditions. It’s much better to do it in that safe environment.
Research shows 4 out 5 people who take a mock test say it leaves them feeling more confident about the real thing.
And 9 out of 10 learner drivers who have taken a mock test before the real driving test would recommend that you take one.
“I’m not learning with a driving instructor”
“I’m not learning with a Driving Instructor”
It’s unlikely that anyone except an approved driving instructor (ADI) will have the experience, knowledge and training to teach you properly.
They’re specially trained to help you learn the 27 skills you need to be a safe driver.
DVSA recommends that you learn with a driving instructor, and then take private practice between your lessons when your instructor says you’re ready.
But even if you are not learning with a driving instructor, you can still contact me to arrange a mock driving test.
“It’s too expensive”
Some people avoid taking a mock test because they think it’s too expensive.
It’s understandable to be mindful of expenses. But view taking a mock driving test as an investment. It will reduce the likelihood of you having to take multiple attempts at the real thing.
“I already have an international driving licence”
A lot of people with an international driving licence and some experience of driving in the UK assume their prior knowledge is enough to pass the driving test.
However, driving test formats vary widely between countries.
Taking a mock test will help you get used to how the British driving test works – it could be quite different from the test you originally took.
Regardless of how many years you’ve already been driving, taking a mock test will help you prepare. It’s a much better alternative to turning up for your driving test and then failing.
