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Queensland Transport (TMR)
- Transport and main roads www.tmr.qld.gov.au
- Licensing www.tmr.qld.gov.au/Licensing.aspx
- Driving tests www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/getting/tests/index.html
- Theory tests www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/getting/tests/index.html
- Road rules and regulations www.tmr.qld.gov.au
- Fees www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/driver-
licensing/fees/index.html - Keys2Drive www.keys2drive.com.au
- TMR Log book app www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/getting/learner-
logbook/#logbookapp - RACQ Log book app http://www.learn2go.com.au
Phone numbers:
- TMR Book a driving test Ph: 13 23 80
- TMR Licensing Ph: 13 23 80
- Keys2Drive Ph: 08 8202 4390
Nerves on test day account for a large proportion of test failures.
There is no easy way to fix this problem.
Two things that do help are knowledge and experience.
The more time you spend with an accredited driving instructor getting the right information and practice the more confident you will be and the better chance you have of achieving that first time pass.
Test day nerves
How to make sure you get the most from your driving lessons:
- Choose an instructor that you feel at ease with
- Choose the time that best suits you (not all of us are morning people)
- Wear comfortable clothes and foot wear (not thongs)
- Get a good night’s sleep
- Practise what you’ve learnt on your lessons with someone you can drive with at home
- Don’t forget to bring essentials such as logbook, licence, and water etc.
- Be prepared emotionally for your lesson e.g. not upset, angry or in a rush
- Most important listen to your instructor!
Can my supervising driver sit in on my lesson?
Yes we welcome supervising drivers Mum, Dad etc. It all helps to get you through your test if everybody is on the same page!
Tips on passing your test first time:
- The day before stick to your normal routine that works for you (this will avoid nerves and stress building)
- Double check times and dates mistakes happen!!
- Sometimes its better not to tell people this creates unnecessary pressure
- Double check with your instructor that you have the correct form and that it is filled in correctly
- Don’t take test until you feel ready (everyone is different)
- Remember to breathe and keep calm (scientifically proven to help)
- Regular lessons with an approved driving instructor will instil confidence.
What happens on test day:
On test day your instructor will pick you up for your ‘warm up’ lesson before the test itself, this will help refresh the points you must remember for your test. This lesson will end at the test centre.
You will then ‘check in’ for your driving test. The examiner will then call your name and you will begin your 30 (approximately) minute test which is broken up into sections as below...
- Meet and greet
- The examiner will inform you of what to expect on the test.
- Get in the car, you will then be asked some questions regarding the controls of the vehicle eg. Where the windscreen washers are? You will also be asked to conduct a lights and horn function test.
- You will then head out on your test.
- Once the test is completed you will be told immediately if you have passed or failed.
- If you have passed you will go back into the test centre to apply for your provisional (P1) licence.
- Your instructor will then take you home to celebrate!
What to bring to your practical test:
You should arrive 10 minutes before your appointment time. On the day of your test, you must bring:
- A completed unsigned licence application form (f3000)
- Your learners licence
- A safe and suitable vehicle
- With correctly displayed L plates at the back and front of the vehicle
- Your proof of log book completion eg. letter/text/email. (100 hours Qld)
If you don’t meet these requirements you will need to book and pay for a new test.
Your test fee will not be refunded if your test is cancelled because:
- You arrive late
- You don’t meet the logbook requirements at the time of the test
- You don’t have the vehicle owners signed permission to use the vehicle for the test.
- Your test vehicle is not safe and suitable for the test.
Below are some important contacts and information sources to help you study for your driving test and help you stay a safe driver for life...