There are 5 parts to the approved driving instructor (ADI) part 2 test:
The Eyesight Test – You’ll have to read a number plate from a distance of:
New-style number plates start with 2 letters followed by 2 numbers, such as AB51 ABC. You’ll fail the mock test if you do not pass the eyesight test. It counts as one of the 3 attempts you’re allowed at the ADI part 2 test.
‘Show me, tell me’ questions – You’ll be asked 5 vehicle safety questions known as the ‘show me, tell me’ questions. These test that you know how to carry out basic safety tasks. You’ll be asked:
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3 ‘tell me’ questions at the start of your test, before you start driving
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2 ‘show me’ questions while you’re driving – for example, showing how to wash the windscreen using the car controls and wipers
You’ll get a driving fault for each incorrect answer you give. You’ll get a serious fault and fail the mock test if you answer all 5 questions incorrectly, or if you lose control of the car while answering any of the ‘show me’ questions.
Your general driving ability – You’ll have to show the assessor all of the following:
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expert handling of the controls
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use of correct road procedure
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anticipation of the actions of other road users and then taking appropriate action
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sound judgement of distance, speed and timing
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consideration for the convenience and safety of other road users
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driving in an environmentally-friendly manner
You’ll drive in varying road and traffic conditions, including motorways or dual carriageways where possible. You might also be asked to carry out an emergency stop.
Reversing your vehicle – The assessor will ask you to do 2 of the following:
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parallel park at the side of the road
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reverse into a parking bay and drive out
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drive into a parking bay and reverse out
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pull up on the right-hand side of the road, reverse for around 2 car lengths, and rejoin the traffic
Independent driving – You’ll have to drive for about 20 minutes by following either:
The assessor will tell you which you have to do.
Following directions from a sat nav – Going off the route – Your result will not be affected if you take a wrong turning, unless you make a fault while doing it. The assessor will help you get back on the route if you do.