What are the penalty standards for C1 reverse parking?
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C1 reverse parking penalty standards are: exceeding 210 seconds for project completion time, not following the prescribed route or sequence, failing to drive the front wheels over the control line before reversing, and not fully entering the parking space all result in a 100-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds during the process incurs a 5-point deduction per occurrence. Different items in Subject 2 have different deduction points. The specific analysis is as follows: 1. Common deductions: Not wearing a seatbelt, not closing the car door properly, and not having the gear in neutral when starting the engine all result in a 100-point deduction. Not using turn signals, using turn signals for less than three seconds, forgetting to turn off turn signals, or incorrect use of turn signals, and stalling the engine all incur a 10-point deduction each. 2. Parallel parking: After the vehicle stops in the parking space, if the body crosses the line or the project completion time exceeds 90 seconds, a 100-point deduction is applied. Not using or incorrectly using turn signals when exiting the parking space also results in a 100-point deduction. During the process, if the body touches the parking space line or the wheels touch the lane boundary line, a 10-point deduction is applied per occurrence. Stopping for more than 2 seconds during the process incurs a 5-point deduction per occurrence. 3. Curve driving: If the wheels press the edge line or the vehicle stops for more than 2 seconds during the process, a 100-point deduction is applied.
As a driving instructor, I have taught many students how to reverse into a parking space, and the penalty standards are quite important. In the C1 driving test, reversing into a parking space is a key part of the second subject, and mistakes here can easily lead to failure. The main penalty points include: pressing the vehicle body against the parking space boundary line or solid line results in an immediate 100-point deduction, which means disqualification; stopping midway deducts 5 points, so avoid sudden braking; the entire maneuver must be completed within the specified time, such as within 2 minutes, with a 5-point deduction for exceeding the time limit; after parking, if the vehicle body is not stable or deviates from the correct position, another 5 points are deducted; also, starting to reverse without engaging the reverse gear is considered an error and results in a penalty. During practice, I advise students to operate slowly, make good use of the rearview mirrors to align with reference points, and avoid panic. During the test, staying relaxed can help avoid unnecessary penalties. Remember, repeated practice helps build muscle memory.
I just passed my C1 driving test, and the parallel parking part almost cost me points—what a thrill! I knew the scoring criteria: touching the line means an instant 100-point deduction and a fail; stopping midway costs 5 points per occurrence (I accidentally paused twice and lost 10 points); exceeding the time limit also deducts 5 points, but I finished in 1 minute 50 seconds; parking crookedly after entering the spot costs 5 points; the worst is wheels not fully in the bay or touching the line, which means retaking the test. During the test, I kept a low speed, steadied the steering wheel, and focused on the rearview mirror, mimicking my usual parking routine. Honestly, mastering these standards helps more, avoiding mishaps on the road later.
