How Many Chances Are There for a Driving Test Retake?
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Here is the relevant information about driving test retakes: 1. Subject 1 is a theoretical test, and Subject 3 is about common knowledge of safe driving. There is no limit to the number of retakes for these subjects. If you fail initially, you can schedule another test until you pass. However, Subject 2 has a retake limit; you cannot schedule more than five tests, with each scheduling offering two attempts. If you still fail on the fifth scheduled test, all previous results will be invalidated. 2. For each failed subject, there is one immediate retake opportunity. If a candidate does not attend the retake or fails the retake, they can schedule another test later. However, not all subjects can be rescheduled immediately. Candidates who fail Subjects 2 and 3 must wait ten days before scheduling the next test. The total duration for obtaining a driver's license is three years. If this period is exceeded, all results become invalid, and the candidate must start over from Subject 1. 3. For Subjects 2 and 3, there are five official test opportunities and five retake opportunities. Each test session includes one official test and one retake opportunity. If both attempts fail, the candidate must reschedule, up to five times in total. Passing any one of these opportunities counts as a pass. If all ten attempts fail, the results of other previously passed subjects will be invalidated.
I'm quite familiar with the retake rules for the driving test. When I took it myself, I failed the first attempt at Subject 2 (Road Test). Later, my instructor told me that each practical subject allows a maximum of five retakes, including the initial attempt, totaling six chances. For example, if you fail all five retakes for Subject 2 (Closed-Course Test) or Subject 3 (Road Test), you'll have to restart from Subject 1 (Theory Test), which is a hassle. I didn’t practice enough back then and made mistakes, but luckily passed on my second retake. My advice for beginners: don’t rush—spend more time practicing in real road conditions and find a reliable training spot to reduce failure rates. Also, retakes cost extra, a few hundred yuan each time, which isn’t cost-effective. So, preparing thoroughly to pass on the first try saves the most trouble. Stay calm and don’t stress—most people pass within three attempts.
In China, the rules for retaking the driving test are standardized: the theoretical test (Subject 1) allows unlimited retakes after failure, but the practical tests (Subject 2 and Subject 3) each have only five retake opportunities. Exceeding this limit invalidates the test qualification, requiring starting over from scratch and paying a new registration fee. I remember when I took the driving test, I checked the regulations of the vehicle management office in detail. Each retake requires an appointment and a few days' wait for scheduling, which is quite time-consuming. Failing the test is common—for example, making mistakes during turns in Subject 3 can easily lead to failure, but don’t get discouraged. The key is to practice basic driving skills more and simulate test scenarios to improve accuracy. Don’t rely too much on retakes because the attempts are limited—running out would be regrettable. Reviewing traffic rules and practical skills in advance can greatly avoid repeated tests.
