Module 18: Common practical-test errors
Avoiding common mistakes
6 minLesson 1 of 1 Awaiting expert reviewLast reviewed: 29 September 2026
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What you will learn
Recognise and avoid mistakes that learners often make in practical tests.
- Observation mistakes
- Stopping and signalling mistakes
- Speed mistakes
Frequent problem areas
Safe-driving adviceMistakes driving instructors commonly see include: rolling through STOP signs, missing head checks, signalling too late or not at all, going over the speed limit, not giving way correctly, and poor gap selection.
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A few quick questions – no timer, no pressure.
Question 1 of 1Original practice question
At a STOP sign, you slow to walking pace but don't stop. What is this called?
Summary
- Stop fully at STOP signs.
- Always head-check.
- Signal on time.
- Watch your speed.
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Sources Awaiting expert reviewLast checked: 29 September 2026
- Official sourceView official source: Road Code – The give way rules (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi – About driving › Giving way
- Official sourceView official source: Practical driving tests (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
- Platform explanationRoadReady NZ learning explanationRoadReady NZ (not an official source)