How Many Years Are There for the Driving Test?
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The validity period for the driving test is three years. Applicants must complete the Subject 2 and Subject 3 tests within this period. If they fail to complete the tests within the validity period, the passed subject scores will be invalidated. If they need to retake the test, applicants must re-register for the Subject 1 test. The order of the driving test subjects is as follows: traffic regulations and related knowledge, field driving, road driving, and safety and civilization knowledge. During the test, if a candidate fails a subject, the subsequent subjects will not proceed. For Subject 2 and Subject 3, there is one initial test and one retake opportunity, with a total of five retake chances. If the candidate still fails after five retakes, the current test session will be terminated.
I just got my driver's license not long ago. After passing the theoretical test, I need to quickly get the road test done as well. Generally speaking, the validity period of the theory test results (Subject 1) is only about 1 year, and specific rules may vary slightly in different regions. During this period, you must complete the Subject 2 (closed-course driving test) and Subject 3 (road driving test). If you procrastinate and let it expire, the theory test you previously passed will be invalidated, and you'll have to start all over again, wasting both time and money. My suggestion is to communicate more with your instructor and make a tight schedule. Don't procrastinate like I did at first—I almost had to retake the test. The driving test process varies from person to person. If you work hard, you might finish it within half a year, but make sure to practice safely. The DMV information changes frequently, so don't forget to keep up with local updates to avoid missing opportunities due to negligence. After all, learning to drive while the knowledge is still fresh in your mind is the best way to retain it.
