Do I Need to Cancel My Driving Test Record After Failing Five Times?

[VanJessica]

Yes, if you fail the Subject 2 test five times, you can go to the vehicle management office to cancel your record. Below are the relevant details: Required documents: the applicant's ID card and a copy of it, a record cancellation certificate issued by the original driving school, the test record, and a driving test record cancellation application form filled out at the local vehicle management office window. Cancellation methods: request the original driving school to handle it on your behalf; or go to the vehicle management office yourself to handle it. Notes: if you apply for record cancellation yourself, you must personally visit the original vehicle management office where the record was created; if you go through the original driving school, you must provide valid identification, but in either case, you must submit a written application in person.

[LeEllie]

I have been involved in driver's license exams for many years and know that the general rule is if you fail either the second (parking skills) or third (road test) segment five times in a row, the system will automatically cancel your file, requiring you to re-register and start from scratch. This is to prevent infinite retakes that would waste resources. However, specific policies vary by region—some areas might differ, such as stricter reviews in major cities. It's advisable to consult your local DMV. Most importantly, don't get discouraged. After failing, analyze the reasons—if reversing into parking spaces is unstable, practice more on simulators. Keep a calm mindset with safety first, treating each test as an opportunity to improve.

[DeCole]

I was someone who failed the driving test several times from the very beginning of learning to drive. At that time, I was really afraid that if I failed the fifth time, my file would be canceled, because the rule is that after five failures, the file would be cleared, everything would start from scratch, and the fees would have to be paid again. But I don’t think this is a bad thing—it reminded me to practice more solidly. For example, I later asked a friend to accompany me for practice in the test area before I finally passed. Everyone, remember to choose the right instructor and don’t blindly rush for speed. The driving test is not a sprint race; if your basic skills aren’t solid, you won’t pass even after ten attempts. Planning the interval between each test reasonably can help reduce stress.

[WyattRose]

As a father, I repeatedly warned my child about this when they were taking their driving test. Failing five times indeed requires canceling the registration and starting over. The original intention of this rule is to cultivate safety awareness, not just to pass the test. I always emphasize that driving involves human lives—if you're not skilled enough, don't rush to take the test. For instance, night driving or driving in rainy conditions must be mastered. From a parent's perspective, the cancellation rule forces children to take it seriously. Each failure is a warning, not a punishment.