What vehicle can I use for the practical Drive Test?

You will take the test in a car provided by you or your driving instructor. It must:

  • Be registered, roadworthy, and clean
  • Have both driver and passenger side mirrors
  • Have a windscreen demister and a functioning rear demister (where fitted)
  • Have a seatbelt for all occupants
  • Be able to maintain a comfortable temperature
  • Be fitted with L plates
  • Have a primary speedometer (as fitted by the vehicle manufacturer) that can be viewed by the licence testing officer at all times. If visibility of a primary speedometer is compromised, a supplementary unit may be used (refer to VicRoads website)
  • Be capable of having the headlights (low beam) turned on during the test
  • Be fitted with a centrally mounted handbrake accessible by the person in the front passenger seat (this is not required in a dual control vehicle

If a driving instructor is in the front passenger seat). Vehicles fitted with electric or foot operated park brakes cannot be used for solo tests

  • Be of a body type that allows each person to be able to exit the vehicle from a door directly beside them during the test
  • Have normal manual transmission if you want a manual driver licence to be issued.

Speed warning devices, cruise control and navigators must be turned off during the test. Parking sensors and reverse cameras can be left on.

If a dual control vehicle is used it must have working electronic buzzers fitted or dual control pedal covers.

Our cars feature dual brake controls for added safety, allowing instructors to intervene if necessary. Book with us at https://durangodrivingschool.com/booking-online

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