Is 80 points in Subject 2 just passing?
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Subject 2 has a full score of 100 points, with assessment criteria set for failing, deducting 20 points, deducting 10 points, and deducting 5 points. The test is considered passing if the following conditions are met: ① For applicants of large buses, tractors, city buses, medium buses, and large trucks, a score of 90 points is required; ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 points is sufficient. The test items for small vehicles C1 and C2 include reversing into a garage, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope (canceled for C2), turning at a right angle, and driving on an S-curve (commonly known as the S-turn). Some regions also include a sixth item: high-speed toll card collection. The test items for large vehicles A1, A2, A3, B1, and B2 include stake test, stopping and starting on a slope, parallel parking, passing a single-plank bridge, driving on an S-curve, turning at a right angle, passing a width-restricted gate, passing continuous obstacles, driving on bumpy roads, making a U-turn on a narrow road, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rainy (foggy) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling. For Subject 2, if the test is failed on the first attempt, a retake is allowed. If the retake is not taken or is still failed, the test is terminated, and the applicant must reschedule the test after ten days. Within the validity period of the driving test permit, the number of rescheduling attempts for Subject 2 and Subject 3 road driving skills tests must not exceed five. If the fifth attempt is still failed, the results of other previously passed subjects will be invalidated.
I also scored 80 points on my driving test (subject two), just meeting the passing standard, and I was really relieved to finally pass without having to retake it. Although the score wasn't high, with deductions mainly on parallel parking and reversing into the garage, the key was passing the test and getting my driver's license. I suggest beginners not to obsess over scores—just passing is enough. You'll get more skilled with practice after actually driving. After all, safety comes first—drive slowly and observe carefully on the road, and don't pick up my impatient habits.
As an instructor who often teaches beginners, it's quite common for me to see students barely passing the second subject test with 80 points, which is the standard passing score. The score isn't high, and the points lost might be due to issues with speed control or inaccurate reference point alignment. But I always say passing is good enough, no need for too much pressure. After the test, it's essential to practice lane changes and curve handling more to ensure safety. Spend more time getting familiar with the vehicle's characteristics to reduce risks.
