Does the rearview mirror crossing the line during reverse parking result in point deduction?

[HoldenDella]

Generally, the rearview mirror crossing the line during reverse parking in the subject test does not result in point deduction, depending on the markings of each examination site. According to the "Motor Vehicle Driver Training and Examination Syllabus," as long as the vehicle body does not exceed the ground markings during reverse parking, no points are deducted. The rearview mirror is convex, so whether it is considered part of the vehicle body depends on the recognition of the rearview mirror by local examination sites. Crossing the line with the vehicle body, failing to park properly, stopping midway, not following the prescribed route, driving out of sequence, or exceeding the specified time will result in a 100-point deduction. The full score is 100 points, with evaluation criteria set for disqualification, 20-point deduction, 10-point deduction, and 5-point deduction. The rules for the subject two test of applying for a motor vehicle driver's license state that stopping midway, rolling back, or not following the voice prompts during the test will result in disqualification. Wheels or the vehicle body crossing the line will also lead to disqualification. Many learners encounter the issue of crossing the line during subject two training, and "crossing the line" is the most common reason for failing the test. The main cause of wheels crossing the line is that learners have not mastered the correct timing for steering. Besides missing the right moment to steer, another reason could be that the speed of steering does not match the vehicle's speed. Subject two point deduction criteria: Not wearing a seatbelt: 100-point deduction. Starting the engine without the gear in neutral: 100-point deduction. Not using turn signals (including starting, changing lanes, overtaking, turning, or parking by the roadside); using turn signals for less than three seconds (this is easily overlooked!); forgetting to turn off turn signals or using them incorrectly: 10-point deduction. Stalling once: 10-point deduction. Reverse parking: Not following the prescribed route sequence: 100-point deduction. Vehicle body crossing the line: 100-point deduction. Failing to park properly: 100-point deduction. Before reversing, if the two front wheels do not pass the control line: 100-point deduction. Exceeding the 210-second time limit: 100-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Slope parking and starting: After stopping, if the front bumper is not aligned with the pole line and exceeds 50 cm: 100-point deduction. After stopping, if the front bumper is not aligned with the pole line but does not exceed 50 cm: 10-point deduction. After stopping, if the starting time exceeds 30 seconds: 100-point deduction. Wheels crossing the road edge line while driving: 100-point deduction. Rolling back more than 30 cm when starting: 100-point deduction. After stopping, if the vehicle body is more than 50 cm from the road edge line: 100-point deduction. Not tightening the parking brake after stopping: 10-point deduction per occurrence. After stopping, if the vehicle body is between 30 cm and 50 cm from the road edge line: 10-point deduction per occurrence. Rolling back between 10 cm and 30 cm when starting: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Parallel parking: After parking, if the vehicle body crosses the line: 100-point deduction. Not using or incorrectly using turn signals when parking: 10-point deduction. Exceeding the 90-second time limit: 100-point deduction. Touching the parking space edge line while driving: 10-point deduction per occurrence. Wheels touching the lane edge line while driving: 10-point deduction per occurrence. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Right-angle turn: Wheels crossing the road edge line: 100-point deduction. Not using or incorrectly using turn signals during the turn, or not turning them off after the turn: 10-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Curve driving: Wheels crossing the road edge line: 100-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 100-point deduction. Driving without shifting to second gear or above: 5-point deduction.

[RosalieLee]

As a driving instructor with over a decade of experience, I can definitively tell you that your rearview mirrors going over the line during reverse parking will NOT result in point deductions! The exam rules clearly state that only the vehicle body crossing the line constitutes failure. Rearview mirrors are detachable external components and aren't considered part of the vehicle's outline. However, note that if your mirrors are over the line, your vehicle is already extremely close to the boundary - this significantly increases the risk of your wheels or body crossing the line. I advise students to develop the habit of maintaining a 20cm safety margin between mirrors and boundary lines during practice. This ensures absolute certainty during the exam. After all, actual body contact with the line means immediate failure - it's simply not worth the risk.

[BellaLynn]

I just passed the Subject 2 test last week. During the reverse parking, the rearview mirror touched the garage line, which made me so nervous that my palms were sweating. The examiner came over, took a look, and didn't say anything, allowing me to continue the test. Later, I asked my instructor and learned that the rearview mirror going over the line doesn't count as a violation because the scoring criteria only apply to the main body of the car. To be honest, this kind of experience really tests your nerves. I suggest adjusting the rearview mirror angle in advance during the test to ensure you can clearly see the garage lines. If you do go over the line, don't panic—just steady the steering wheel and slowly correct your position.

[StReese]

In the evaluation criteria for the driving test subject two, the rearview mirror extending beyond the parking space line will not result in point deductions. The determination of the vehicle body crossing the line only applies to the main parts such as wheels, front and rear bumpers, and doors. However, the rearview mirror crossing the line is often a precursor to positional deviation, indicating that you are very likely to have the actual vehicle body pressing the line in the next moment. During daily practice, special attention should be paid to the timing of correcting the direction. When the vehicle body is about to be parallel with the parking space line, the steering wheel should be straightened. At the same time, use the rearview mirror to observe the position of the door handle. If the door handle is parallel with the parking space line, it means the position is just right.

[McGabriel]

The reverse parking test mainly checks whether the rear part of the vehicle crosses the line; the side mirrors extending beyond the boundary are not considered a violation. I repeatedly emphasize this key point when teaching, but what's more important is not exploiting the rules but mastering the correct techniques. It's advisable to start aligning before preparing to park and keep the speed below 5 kilometers per hour. When you see the left corner of the parking space appear in the side mirror, immediately turn the steering wheel fully to the right to effectively prevent the mirror from touching the line. Also, remember to adjust the seat and side mirrors on the test day, as incorrect angles can lead to misjudging the lines.