Does Subject 4 Require an Appointment or Can It Be Taken Anytime?

[DakotaLee]

Subject 4 can be taken anytime after passing Subject 3. Generally, this subject requires an online appointment for the test. However, in some special cases where the test centers for Subject 3 and Subject 4 are located together, local authorities may allow candidates to take Subject 4 on the same day as Subject 3 without needing an appointment. Below are some tips for the Subject 4 test: For true/false questions in the written test: These questions may involve identifying patterns, such as determining which actions are permissible and which are not. Additionally, phrases like "the car should slow down" or "drive slowly" are usually correct choices. Questions related to car lights: Pay attention to whether the test mentions turning on the high beams. Generally, Subject 4 rarely includes questions about using high beams.

[ManuelRose]

I just got my driver's license last year, and the subject four test indeed requires advance booking. After passing subject three, the driving school will help us book the nearest available test slot on the 12123 platform. The release times for new test slots vary by region, with some areas opening new slots at midnight that get snapped up quickly. Note that subject three scores are valid for 3 years, but it's best not to delay too long. Current policies allow taking subject three and four consecutively—if you pass subject three on the same day, you can proceed directly to the subject four test center. Also, a reminder: you have 5 attempts for the subject four test, so don't stress too much. I recommend brushing up on the question bank multiple times after successful booking—the current app question bank has over 1,700 questions.

[AveryFitz]

As an instructor, I must emphasize that the Subject 4 exam requires advance booking. Test centers arrange seats based on the reservation list, not on a walk-in basis. Typically, we use the Traffic Management 12123 APP to assist students with bookings, and during peak periods, you need to secure a spot at least two weeks in advance. I recommend prioritizing afternoon sessions on weekdays to avoid weekend crowds. If you don't pass on the first attempt, don't panic—you can reschedule after 10 days, but remember to bring your ID and the retest form issued by the driving school. Many test centers now implement a time-slot check-in system, so if you miss your assigned time, you'll have to book again.

[DiJuliet]

The test center staff informed you that there is a daily limit on the number of people who can take the Subject 4 exam. Without prior appointment, hundreds of people showing up would make it impossible to arrange. Remember to bring a valid ID card, as most test centers currently do not accept electronic IDs. After passing, don’t leave in a hurry—you must sign the paperwork to complete the entire process. A special reminder for out-of-town students: your test results need to be uploaded to the local DMV where you reside, and this data transfer can take 1-3 days. If you’re in a hurry to get your license, after passing the exam, you can go to the DMV self-service kiosk to print a temporary driver’s license for immediate use.