Is the Subject 2 Retest a Complete Retake or Only the Failed Parts?
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After failing the Subject 2 test, you need to retake all the test items again. Below is an introduction to Subject 2: 1. Definition: Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment and is the abbreviation for the field driving skills test. 2. Objective: To master the basic driving operation essentials, possess the basic ability to control the vehicle; proficiently master the basic methods of field and on-site road driving, have the ability to reasonably use vehicle control components and correctly control the spatial position of the vehicle, and be able to accurately control the vehicle's driving position, speed, and route.
When I failed the hill start during my second driving test attempt, I thought the retake would only cover that specific item, but it turned out to be a full retest. The test center staff said this was a unified regulation—all test items must be retaken regardless of which section was failed previously. Probably because the driving exam system scores comprehensively and doesn’t allow splitting test modules. Later, I realized this makes sense since every driving operation relates to overall skills, and focusing solely on one item might neglect other details. My advice is to practice all test items two or three times before the retake, with extra focus on the previous mistake points. During my retake, I paid special attention to the clutch-throttle coordination in hill starts, but nearly crossed the line in parallel parking—fortunately, solid daily training saved me.
