Ever wondered what driving test examiners are thinking? How they decide how to mark you? What they have to do on a test? Here's your answers! Check out Jason's channel @JasonSykesDTS
i love this video. jason has common sense that i dont think us learners are used to eg his opinion of a 6 point check. its nice to see another perspective!!
Still feels weird seeing my town on youtube. Not used to it 😂 I'd be interested to know if I'd pass one of your mock tests if youre here again (already had my license a couple of years) Also love the common sense. "Were you intending to drive on the pavement? Well, why do you need to check it then?" Abandoned the 6 point check my instructor made me do long ago. By the time youve checked all 6 on a busy road you'd never get out. In front, road side mirror, road side blind spot and away
Funny, my test centre felt like I was getting taken into custody 😂😂 but Jason is great! Thoroughly enjoyed this as part of the passed-but-still-watching clubbbbb 🎉😂😋
I have had pupils fail for not doing a 6 point check when moving away, it was marked as a serious for accumulation of minors. That would tell me it depends on the examiner and at the end of the day it is safer to do the check than not do it.
Can we have more of these clips Francis and Jason? I have passed my test many moons ago, I like watching this channel though so I will continue to watch.
Jason reminds me of my examiner, mine really put me at ease and we got chatting away and found out we’d worked in the same area and probably met each other in passing. I clarified before I set off if it was ok for me to acknowledge/thank other drivers or if he’d do that (was told to drive safely and control the car) Found him so friendly we even had a few jokes and the test flew by and I was so calm. I think we had more banter as I was an older learner so we were a similar age. I thanked my examiner for being so nice after I’d found out I’d passed🙂
Great video, I'm currently one of Jason's students and this area is where I've been driving. Jason's an excellent driving instructor, highly recommend! Answered a few questions I had myself so thank you to you both.
Examiners are different to instructors in terms of driving so too. I remember that from when i did mine years ago. Although a long time ago too i guess things are much the same now then too.
I have my theory test this month and my instructor said that if I pass it, then I’m ready to book my driving test for October/November time!! Makes me nervous just thinking about it but watching these videos always makes me feel a little more confident to be able to do it😁
Nothing to be nervous about if your instructor is confident in your ability then you’re all good my advice is with moves such as looking at your mirror make sure it’s evidently clear you’re looking at your mirrors or doing the correct action you’re suppose to do, I failed my first driving test back in 2019 because I didn’t move my head that much when checking my mirrors so they thought I wasn’t checking my mirrors and failed me just from that. Second time I got one minor. Don’t worry about it.
I had the same conversation with my driving instructor. She mentioned that if there's no one around, you don't necessarily have to indicate. However, I pointed out that it could be worse if you miss someone and don't signal. We both agreed that it's probably best to indicate every time, especially during the test.
When I done mine, my examiner was rather miserable, no small talk at all. At the end of the test I did pass but I had a couple minors, however he never told me about the minors. I only knew once I got the email saying I passed & it showed the 2 minors. So I had no idea what they were specifically related to. The only thing he mentioned at the end was how come I indicated at the start when I didn't need to lol.
10:14 Had a lot of that on my test when I passed a few weeks ago, lots of the speed signs stolen🤣. Actually made me calmer though as we weren't in silence
i believe a bear left is like when you have multiple lanes and to go left, U HAVE to go in the left lane, its sorta like a merge? so basically your turning left, but you dont have to do anything apart from following the road, whereas at that junction in the video.. u had to stop, and check to see if you could go.. 13:52 if you were in the left lane and went left, id call that bearing left as you are sticking to the left lane to go to that exit, but its a left turn
By belief is that a bear left can be a segregated left turn lane at a roundabout, or what you may call a filter lane, where there are no give way lines and it allows the traffic to flow without giving way to the roundabout
The Test is actually easier now, they don't make you do the 3 point turn and that hideous reverse round a corner, I failed on that first time! The Theory Test is an interesting addition though.
Great video, I wanted to ask after seeing the last video, why Jason is no longer an examiner? I can see from his t-shirt that he may still be in the driving arena though?
Did my test yesterday at Morden only to end it by pulling up in front of you filming a video. Was such a surreal moment passing my test in front of the guy whose videos helped me pass!!
No it’s not just the backlog. Why no one mentions all this greedy people that buying the slots and selling them?? I had to give an extra £140 +62 for the test to someone to give me an earlier test date for September for my third attempt which is coming soon, otherwise I had to wait till next year..
Agreed. It's a massive problem. When there's a shortage of something then people can profit and thats what they're doing. If there was such a large supply that you wouldnt need to pay the resellers, you could just buy one in the normal way, their business model would crumble instantly. But that's just my opinion
Bear left tends to mean when the road bears off to the left meaning the road turns that way at less of an angle then it would at a junction where you need to slow down then turn sat navs can't figure out the difference between when a road bears left or right and a junction when its less than a 45 degree turn
It all comes down to the basics of making the examiner feel safe and simply showing youre ready to be on your own
i love this video. jason has common sense that i dont think us learners are used to eg his opinion of a 6 point check. its nice to see another perspective!!
Thanks Francis and Jason. This is so good to know! Also, Jason's accent is one of the best accents we have in this country, love it.
Hah me too!! If only all examiners could just be Jason 🤩
I think i smiled the whole way through this video. Jason is just good vibes all round. Thank you both 👌🏽
I just passed with 0 faults, just came here to say your videos helped a lot and a massive thank you!!!
Omg That’s insane massive congrats for that insane score!!! 🤯🤩👏
Wow that indicator noise would drive me mental
my test is tomorrow pls pray for me 😭
YOU GOT THIS!! 🤩
Good luck 🤞🏽
Good luck
Me too mate! Let's go this
Good luck
Still feels weird seeing my town on youtube. Not used to it 😂 I'd be interested to know if I'd pass one of your mock tests if youre here again (already had my license a couple of years)
Also love the common sense. "Were you intending to drive on the pavement? Well, why do you need to check it then?" Abandoned the 6 point check my instructor made me do long ago. By the time youve checked all 6 on a busy road you'd never get out. In front, road side mirror, road side blind spot and away
I passed two days ago with 12 minors. Your show me tell me questions absolutely helped me thank you sir
Whoop well done congrats 🤩 that’s an incredible score!!
That’s way too many
@@ik8445I thought my 9 were bad but wow erm they’re lucky they were still able to pass as you only get up to 12 minors if I remember correctly 😅
@@Kneeyah 15 I’m sure
Great to get tips and hear from an actual examiner! Makes the learning and passing journey easier! Thanks!
Funny, my test centre felt like I was getting taken into custody 😂😂 but Jason is great! Thoroughly enjoyed this as part of the passed-but-still-watching clubbbbb 🎉😂😋
Right 😂 Its so unnecessary aswell, i get that they want us to be under pressure but they make everything as awkward as possible
My tests centre certainly didn't look as nice as that one either, felt and looked like I was sitting in the cells 😂😂
I have had pupils fail for not doing a 6 point check when moving away, it was marked as a serious for accumulation of minors. That would tell me it depends on the examiner and at the end of the day it is safer to do the check than not do it.
Yes it very much depends on the examiner.
In that case better off doing the 6 point check for sure as you will not get marked for doing it.
Can we have more of these clips Francis and Jason?
I have passed my test many moons ago, I like watching this channel though so I will continue to watch.
Wakefield is a nice cathedral city in West Yorkshire.😮
Thank you Jason for his knowledge in this.😅
got my test in the morning so this video is just in time!
let me know how it went !
@@Spongeyyyyy-o7c i passed with 1 minor!
Jason reminds me of my examiner, mine really put me at ease and we got chatting away and found out we’d worked in the same area and probably met each other in passing. I clarified before I set off if it was ok for me to acknowledge/thank other drivers or if he’d do that (was told to drive safely and control the car) Found him so friendly we even had a few jokes and the test flew by and I was so calm. I think we had more banter as I was an older learner so we were a similar age. I thanked my examiner for being so nice after I’d found out I’d passed🙂
Francis I passed yesterday and your videos helped me massively - especially the ones in west wickham!
Great video, I'm currently one of Jason's students and this area is where I've been driving. Jason's an excellent driving instructor, highly recommend! Answered a few questions I had myself so thank you to you both.
Got my test on wednesday wish me luck 🙏 Informative video thank you
just curious if you passed?
@@l.9316 yes i did!
Examiners are different to instructors in terms of driving so too. I remember that from when i did mine years ago. Although a long time ago too i guess things are much the same now then too.
Hilarious, out of the gates and turn left 😂 Jason's face lol
passed yesterday from your tips! thank you!!
Ahh well done!! Glad i could have a small part in you passing ☺️🤩
Good and informative video. I also learned something new. Thanks for uploading :)
I have my theory test this month and my instructor said that if I pass it, then I’m ready to book my driving test for October/November time!! Makes me nervous just thinking about it but watching these videos always makes me feel a little more confident to be able to do it😁
Nothing to be nervous about if your instructor is confident in your ability then you’re all good my advice is with moves such as looking at your mirror make sure it’s evidently clear you’re looking at your mirrors or doing the correct action you’re suppose to do, I failed my first driving test back in 2019 because I didn’t move my head that much when checking my mirrors so they thought I wasn’t checking my mirrors and failed me just from that. Second time I got one minor. Don’t worry about it.
I had the same conversation with my driving instructor. She mentioned that if there's no one around, you don't necessarily have to indicate. However, I pointed out that it could be worse if you miss someone and don't signal. We both agreed that it's probably best to indicate every time, especially during the test.
Good Luck
When I done mine, my examiner was rather miserable, no small talk at all. At the end of the test I did pass but I had a couple minors, however he never told me about the minors. I only knew once I got the email saying I passed & it showed the 2 minors. So I had no idea what they were specifically related to. The only thing he mentioned at the end was how come I indicated at the start when I didn't need to lol.
When I did my test the examiner never spoke to me except for giving me directions and instructions on what he wanted me to do.
This duo is very entertaining
10:14 Had a lot of that on my test when I passed a few weeks ago, lots of the speed signs stolen🤣. Actually made me calmer though as we weren't in silence
I passed 4 days ago with 7 minors. I defo watched a couple of your videos before
🙌 congrats!!! Enjoy that licence!!!
I wish the examiner's I've encountered were so easy going!
i believe a bear left is like when you have multiple lanes and to go left, U HAVE to go in the left lane, its sorta like a merge?
so basically your turning left, but you dont have to do anything apart from following the road, whereas at that junction in the video.. u had to stop, and check to see if you could go..
13:52 if you were in the left lane and went left, id call that bearing left as you are sticking to the left lane to go to that exit, but its a left turn
I gotta be honest I'm still confused 🤣
By belief is that a bear left can be a segregated left turn lane at a roundabout, or what you may call a filter lane, where there are no give way lines and it allows the traffic to flow without giving way to the roundabout
I will get my granddaughter to look at these videos as she is 15 now but talking about driving already. 👍
The Test is actually easier now, they don't make you do the 3 point turn and that hideous reverse round a corner, I failed on that first time! The Theory Test is an interesting addition though.
Great video, I wanted to ask after seeing the last video, why Jason is no longer an examiner? I can see from his t-shirt that he may still be in the driving arena though?
God driving examiners are a special breed of people
Did my test yesterday at Morden only to end it by pulling up in front of you filming a video. Was such a surreal moment passing my test in front of the guy whose videos helped me pass!!
aha no way! we saw you pull in and said hope they pass 🤣 thanks for the update you didnt know i needed and CONGRAAAAATS hahah
@@DrivingSchoolTV hahaha thanks mate!
I want this examiner in my test day ❤😂😂😂
Hi, amazing channel, is there any way you could do the Mill Hill test route? And tackle the Apex corner please?
I've been asked for mill hill a few times. It might be time to actually make the trip!
jason is such a cool guy
They have quotas if they fail you first time you know why
I want Jason as my examiner!! I’m coming to Wakefield😂
Ive got my license and now im debating whether I should lose it just to get him as my examiner 😂
This is so interesting
This was helpful
If everyone drove at 20 mph you would be in Wales 😅
No it’s not just the backlog. Why no one mentions all this greedy people that buying the slots and selling them?? I had to give an extra £140 +62 for the test to someone to give me an earlier test date for September for my third attempt which is coming soon, otherwise I had to wait till next year..
Agreed. It's a massive problem. When there's a shortage of something then people can profit and thats what they're doing. If there was such a large supply that you wouldnt need to pay the resellers, you could just buy one in the normal way, their business model would crumble instantly. But that's just my opinion
Love video
Passed a few weeks go with 6 minors, to be fair they were standing on the side of road so would have been rude not to...
Thanks for the help lad
🤣👏
Any build up area is always 30 mph
MR.Common Sense
I passed 3 weeks ago first time with only 2 minors
Bring your prime minister to mock up est
HAH would LOVE this!
I m test is tomorrow 😢
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Its a shame this Fella int still an Examiner.
Bear left tends to mean when the road bears off to the left meaning the road turns that way at less of an angle then it would at a junction where you need to slow down then turn sat navs can't figure out the difference between when a road bears left or right and a junction when its less than a 45 degree turn