
You can schedule Subject 3 up to five times, with two attempts allowed for each scheduled session. The driving test content is as follows: 1. Subject 1: Theoretical test. It covers traffic rules, road sign recognition, safe driving guidelines, etc. Reading a designated book thoroughly is usually sufficient to pass, and online mock tests are also available for reference. 2. Subject 2: Field test. The main components include single-plank bridge, S-curve, parallel parking, hill start and stop, and reverse parking. 3. Subject 3: Road test, which simulates actual driving. Key components include proper use of lights, gear shifting, correct responses to various road conditions, lane changes, etc., culminating in pulling over to the side of the road. 4. Subject 4: Theoretical test, focusing on case analysis during driving and road traffic rules, which is relatively simple.

When I was getting my driver's license, I specifically asked my instructor about this. For the road test in Subject 3, each candidate gets two attempts per session. If you fail the first time, you can retake it immediately without needing to reschedule. If you fail both attempts, you'll have to wait 10 days before booking the next test. There's no strict limit on the number of attempts, but each retake requires a fee. A friend of mine failed three times but then spent every day at the training ground practicing lane changes and parallel parking, passing on the fourth try. The key is to pay attention to local traffic regulations. In my hometown, failing three times requires retaking the Subject 1 theory course. It's best to check the latest policies with your local DMV in advance.

As a college student who just got my license last year, I failed the driving test (Subject 3) twice before passing. The first time I was too nervous and forgot to check the rearview mirror, and the second time I crossed the line while parking. My instructor said there's actually no limit to the number of retakes, but each failure requires rebooking through the traffic app 12123, and the system will schedule you for a test date ten days later. The most frustrating part was competing for slots during the peak summer period—I had to wait half a month for my third attempt. My advice is not to just wait after failing; practice more with a coach to strengthen weak areas. Remember, each retake costs 150 yuan in exam fees—my roommate failed four times in a row, and the retake fees alone could cover half a month's cafeteria meals.

I followed my child throughout their driver's license test, and indeed, Subject 3 allows for repeated retakes. Each exam includes two attempts, but failing means reappointment is necessary, with a mandatory 10-day wait before retesting. Watching my child fail the first time for speeding and the second time for forgetting to signal, we later focused specifically on practicing straight-line driving for three days before passing. Although there's no limit to retakes, each rescheduling requires queuing, with longer waits during peak periods like winter and summer vacations. Elderly test-takers need to be especially cautious; slower reactions may require more practice. Aunt Zhang in our neighborhood took five attempts to pass.

From the driving test process perspective, the subject 3 reservation mechanism works as follows: The first attempt includes two opportunities. If you fail, you need to wait 10 days before rescheduling. There is no limit to retakes, but each requires a fee, with every exam including two attempts. A crucial note is that after failing five times consecutively, your passed subject 1 and 2 scores may be invalidated (subject to local regulations). It's recommended to avoid peak periods like winter/summer vacations when booking via the 12123 Traffic App. Keep refreshing during the automatic queuing system, as some have secured canceled slots even at midnight.

My driving instructor told me that failing the Subject 3 test is quite common. The key is to stay calm—among the students I've coached, the most took seven retests but eventually got their license. Although there's no limit to retakes, each rescheduling requires a 10-day cooling-off period, which is perfect for addressing weaknesses. For example, those who often make mistakes in nighttime simulated lighting can practice hand signals against their home walls at night; those who struggle with driving straight can find reference points on the training ground. During the test, don’t panic—just focus on nailing the basic operations within the two attempts. Some test centers even allow a 200-yuan pre-test simulation drive, which is more cost-effective than paying for retakes.


