Does Touching the Line with the Rear of the Car in Subject 2 Mean Immediate Failure?
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Touching the line means the car body crosses the line. In the Subject 2 exam, crossing the line with the car body results in a 100-point deduction, leading to failure of the current test. In addition to the car body crossing the line, other actions that result in a 100-point deduction include failing to park properly in reverse, stopping midway, not following the prescribed route or sequence, and exceeding the allotted time. The full score for Subject 2 is 100 points, with evaluation criteria set for failure, 20-point deductions, 10-point deductions, and 5-point deductions. The test is passed if the following conditions are met: ① For applicants of large passenger vehicles, trailers, city buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required; ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required. If a candidate fails the Subject 2 test, they are allowed one immediate retake. If the candidate does not take the retake or fails the retake, the current test is terminated, and the applicant must reschedule the test after ten days. Within the validity period of the driving skills test permit, the number of test attempts for Subject 2 and Subject 3 road driving skills tests must not exceed five. If the fifth attempt is still unsuccessful, the results of other previously passed subjects will be invalidated.
I remember when I took the driving test for Subject 2, even a slight touch of the car's rear to the line resulted in an immediate failure. The instructor kept emphasizing that crossing the line was a fatal mistake because the exam rules strictly prohibit the vehicle body from exceeding boundaries, including the front, rear, and edges. Touching the yellow line even once would lead to an instant failure with no chance for recovery. During practice, I rehearsed the reverse parking maneuver many times, yet still made mistakes due to nervousness. I recommend everyone pays extra attention to the vehicle's position and the use of rearview mirrors during mock tests, staying calm and composed. The strict rules are designed to cultivate safe driving habits—in real-life scenarios, parking over the line could lead to scraping other vehicles and causing accidents. After failing, I had to spend a considerable amount of money to reschedule the test, which made me realize how crucial it is to practice thoroughly in daily training.
