How Many Chances Are There for Subject 2 Test?
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For the Subject 2 test, if you fail the first attempt, you are allowed one retake. If you do not take the retake or still fail the retake, the current test session ends, and the applicant must reschedule the test after ten days. Within the validity period of the driving skill test permit, the number of rescheduled attempts for Subject 2 and Subject 3 road driving skill tests must not exceed five. If the fifth rescheduled test is still failed, the passing scores of other subjects will be invalidated. The full score for Subject 2 is 100 points, with evaluation criteria set for failing, deducting 20 points, deducting 10 points, and deducting 5 points. The test is considered passed if the following conditions are met: ① For applicants of large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium 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. The test items for large vehicles (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2) include: pile test, slope fixed-point parking and starting, parallel parking, single-plank bridge crossing, curve driving, right-angle turning, limited-width gate crossing, continuous obstacle crossing, bumpy road driving, narrow road U-turn, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rainy (foggy) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling. The test items for small vehicles (C1, C2) include: reversing into a garage, parallel parking, slope fixed-point parking and starting (C2 has been canceled), right-angle turning, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curve)—five mandatory items (some regions include a sixth item: highway toll card collection).
Having taught at the driving school for so many years, I think the arrangement for the Subject 2 test opportunities is quite reasonable. Typically, each student has a total of five scheduled attempts. On each test day, there are two chances—if you fail the first time, you can immediately retake it once. However, during the entire Subject 2 phase, there are only five scheduled attempts in total. For example, when I couldn’t pass the first time, students had to adjust their mindset and practice key items like reversing into a parking space again. The test includes reversing, parallel parking, hill starts, etc. It’s important to frequently practice on the course to simulate the test and familiarize yourself with each step of the operation, so you don’t waste your chances. Remember, failing once isn’t a big deal—reflect on your mistakes, such as steering control issues, and you’ll improve next time. Opportunities are limited, so communicate more with your coach about techniques to ensure passing on the first try.
I just got my driver's license last year, and Subject 2 was indeed a bit challenging. There are a total of five exam attempts available, which was sufficient for me. I failed the first attempt due to nervousness—I forgot to check the rearview mirror. I scheduled a second attempt, learned from my mistakes, and passed. Each exam slot allows two immediate tries; for example, you can adjust after the first mistake, but failing both consumes an attempt. I recommend newcomers visit the test site beforehand to familiarize themselves and practice parallel parking by identifying reference points—don’t waste precious time. Driving instructors will guide you on reviewing curve driving during breaks, so don’t let stress affect your performance. Overall, properly utilizing the five attempts helps master basic skills.
