How Many Points Can Be Deducted in Subject 2?

[CodyRose]

In Subject 2, a maximum of 20 points can be deducted, and a score of 80 or above is required to pass. There are many point-deduction items in Subject 2. General Deductions: Not wearing a seatbelt: deduct 100 points; Not closing the car door properly: deduct 100 points; Not having the gear in neutral when starting the engine: deduct 100 points; Not using the turn signal (including starting, changing lanes, overtaking, turning, or parking by the roadside); Turn signal not used for more than 3 seconds; Forgetting to turn off the turn signal or incorrect use of the turn signal: deduct 10 points; Stalling once: deduct 10 points. Parallel Parking: Vehicle body crossing the line after stopping in the parking space: deduct 100 points; Not using or incorrectly using the turn signal when exiting the parking space: deduct 10 points; Exceeding the 90-second time limit for the task: deduct 100 points; Vehicle body touching the parking space boundary line while moving: deduct 10 points per occurrence; Wheels touching the lane boundary line while moving: deduct 10 points per occurrence; Stopping for more than 2 seconds: deduct 5 points per occurrence. Reverse Parking: Exceeding the 210-second time limit for the task: deduct 100 points (key deduction); Not following the prescribed route or sequence: deduct 100 points; Not driving both front wheels over the control line before reversing: deduct 100 points; Stopping for more than 2 seconds: deduct 5 points per occurrence; Failing to park in the designated area: deduct 100 points; Vehicle body crossing the line: deduct 100 points. Curve Driving: Wheels touching the edge line: deduct 100 points (previously 20 points, adjusted in the new standard); Stopping for more than 2 seconds: deduct 100 points. 90-Degree Turn: Wheels touching the edge line: deduct 100 points (previously 20 points, adjusted in the new standard); Stopping for more than 2 seconds: deduct 5 points per occurrence.

[LeChristopher]

In the Subject 2 driving test, the total score is 100 points, and you can lose up to 20 points to pass, as the passing mark is 80. There are many common points where deductions occur. As a driving instructor, I recommend paying attention to: not fully releasing the handbrake when starting, which deducts 5 points; stalling once deducts 10 points; not stopping accurately or exceeding the position on the slope parking, which deducts 10 points; forgetting to use or misusing the turn signal, which deducts 5 points. More serious mistakes, such as crossing the line or hitting the pole during reverse parking, will directly deduct 100 points, resulting in failure. Practicing reverse parking and slope projects more often, and familiarizing yourself with the reference points in a simulated test environment, can reduce mistakes. During the test, don’t be nervous; maintaining a steady speed is key. Practicing these more will greatly improve the pass rate. I’ve seen students retake the test due to losing too many points on small details, so value each practice session.

[McPeter]

I just passed the Subject 2 test, and looking back, it was a bit nerve-wracking. The test is scored out of 100, and you need at least 80 to pass. There are quite a few points you can lose—I stalled the car twice during my test, losing 10 points each time. I also didn’t stop steadily at the designated spot during the hill start, costing another 10 points. During parallel parking, the wheels almost crossed the line, but luckily, they only grazed it slightly without fully crossing—if they had, I would’ve lost 100 points and failed immediately. In total, I lost 30 points but still managed to pass with 80. My advice is to watch tutorial videos before the test and memorize the reference points your instructor taught you, like taking it slow during reverse parking. A few more practice runs will help you get familiar with the rules—the scoring system is actually designed to protect beginners.

[VanMaya]

As a car enthusiast, I find the scoring rules for Subject 2 very rigorous. With a total score of 100, passing requires scoring between 80 and 100 after deductions. Deductions include 10 points for stalling the engine, and 100 points (resulting in immediate failure) for crossing lines or violating regulations. The rules aim to ensure basic driving safety—for example, the reverse parking test evaluates spatial control, and strict deductions encourage cautious operation. In real-world driving, these skills help prevent accidents. I recommend that learners familiarize themselves with the details of each test item, such as the 5-point deduction for crossing lines during curve driving. More practice can reduce deductions. While the rules haven’t changed much, the test centers’ simulated environments are very helpful.