Does Touching the Line During Reverse Parking in Subject 2 Result in Failure?
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Touching the line means the vehicle body crosses the line. During the Subject 2 driving test, crossing the line results in a 100-point deduction, leading to an immediate failure of the test. In addition to crossing the line, other actions that result in a 100-point deduction include failing to complete the reverse parking, stopping midway, not following the designated route or sequence, and exceeding the allotted time. The Subject 2 test is scored out of 100 points, with criteria for failure, 20-point deductions, 10-point deductions, and 5-point deductions. The test is considered passed under the following conditions: ① For applicants of large buses, tractors, city buses, medium buses, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required; ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required. Candidates who fail the Subject 2 test are allowed one retake on the same day. If the candidate chooses not to retake or fails the retake, the test session ends, and the applicant must reschedule the test after ten days. Within the validity period of the driving skill test permit, candidates can schedule the Subject 2 and Subject 3 road driving skill tests up to five times. If the fifth attempt is still unsuccessful, all previously passed subjects will be invalidated.
When I was taking the reverse parking test in Subject 2 of the driving exam, I was most afraid of touching the lines. The instructor repeatedly emphasized that the car body must not press any boundary lines—touching them would result in an immediate failure with a 100-point deduction. The Subject 2 evaluation system uses cameras and sensors for detection, making it very strict. If the rear wheels graze the line or the car body touches it, the system immediately sounds an alarm to indicate failure. I think these rules are quite reasonable, as reversing is the most challenging part for beginners, and developing precise habits helps avoid scraping walls or other cars while parking. During practice, I used reference points to align the mirrors correctly, operated slowly without rushing, and improved through repetition. Don’t stress—practice a few more times, and you’ll get it.
