How soon can I retake the test after failing Subject 3?

[MacJasmine]

You can retake the test ten days after failing Subject 3. Additional information is as follows: 1. Subject 3 test content: Vehicle preparation, lighting simulation test, starting, driving in a straight line, gear shifting operation, lane changing, parking by the roadside, going straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, passing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stations, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and nighttime driving. 2. Safe and civilized driving common sense test content: Requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, safe driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations such as tire blowouts, and post-accident handling knowledge.

[DelAlan]

After failing the Subject 3 driving test, you must wait at least 10 days before scheduling a retake. This rule is automatically locked by the driving test system. Last time I failed, I counted the days and secured a spot right at midnight on the 10th day. Don’t waste these 10 days—focus on practicing the areas where you made mistakes, like lane changes and parallel parking. If you failed the straight-line driving test, using your phone’s level tool to practice minor steering adjustments is super helpful. It’s also worth paying to practice with the actual test vehicle at the testing site a few times, as the order of voice commands may differ from your instructor’s car, and getting familiar with them can boost your confidence. Don’t forget to check the retake fee in advance—where I live, it’s 260 yuan, which includes two extra practice sessions.

[StBlakely]

The retake policy is now uniformly set for 10 days later, but actual scheduling still depends on the test center's availability. A friend of mine found a slot 8 days after failing on the 12123 app, but the system rejected the booking. It's best to ask your instructor for the retake group chat the day after failing and wait for official slot release notifications. While waiting, don't just stress—here are some helpful tools: watch test route explanation videos with real footage on Bilibili, and buy a voice simulation software for Subject 3 on Taobao. If you had shaky legs from nervousness last time, sucking on a mint 30 minutes before the test really helps. Remember to bring your ID and payment receipt for the retake—some have been held up for forgetting their score sheet.

[SanDaniel]

The minimum interval is set at 10 days, but it's recommended to prepare for 15 days before retaking the test. Based on driving school statistics I've observed, the pass rate for retests after just 10 days is less than 40%, while an extra 5 days of practice can boost it to 70%. Those who failed the lighting test especially shouldn't rush to retake—borrow a real car and practice light combinations every night to build muscle memory. Remember to purchase two types of insurance for the retest: exam insurance that compensates 200 for failing, and rental car insurance that waives damages. Coaches often don't mention these, but you can get a full set for 50 yuan on Pinduoduo. Focus on the points you lost last time, like slowing down properly when parking alongside cement seams.