Module 19: Test-day preparation
Test day
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What you will learn
Prepare the vehicle, documents and yourself for test day.
- The vehicle
- Documents
- Staying calm
Vehicle and documents
How it worksBring your current learner licence. The test vehicle must be roadworthy, with a current and registration, working lights, clean windows and an L plate. can refuse to start a test in an unsafe vehicle.
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View official source (opens in a new tab)Staying calm
Safe-driving adviceGet a good night's sleep, eat, and arrive early. If you make a mistake during the test, stay calm and focus on driving safely from that point on.
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View official source (opens in a new tab)Knowledge check
A few quick questions – no timer, no pressure.
Which of these must the vehicle have for your restricted test?
Summary
- Bring your licence.
- Car: , rego, lights, L plate.
- Ask if you don't understand an instruction.
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How do you feel about this topic?
- Official sourceView official source: Practical driving tests (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi