How to Schedule the Subject 4 Test When It's Unavailable?
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Continue scheduling. Generally, you can schedule the Subject 4 test after passing the Subject 3 test. Here is some additional information: 1. Reasons for unavailability: First, there may be too many people scheduling at the same time, and if your priority is lower than others, you might be bumped off the list. Second, system issues—sometimes the system is under too much pressure, leading to some students being unable to schedule, and you can only wait for the system to be fixed. 2. Subject 4: Subject 4, also known as the Subject 4 theory test or driver theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination. The Subject 3 test consists of two parts: the road test and an additional safety and civility knowledge test, commonly referred to as "Subject 4," which assesses "driving ethics." Since this test is conducted after Subject 3, it is commonly called the Subject 4 test. However, there is no official term "Subject 4" in the regulations.
I was also desperate when I couldn't book the Subject 4 test, but later found a trick: open the 12123 App around 3-4 AM every day to refresh, as the system often quietly releases new slots during this time—don't sleep in and miss it. After failing to book during peak times several times, I chose a less crowded test center nearby and got a slot immediately—the test content is the same anyway. Remember to stay logged into the App to avoid disconnection, check if your personal info is correct, and confirm your Subject 3 results are approved. If all else fails, wait patiently for a week or two; slots will be released gradually—don't stress too much. Many people face this issue with Subject 4 bookings—it's not a big deal, so don't let it affect your driving mood; safety comes first. After about a week, I successfully booked and took the test promptly.
