What does it mean when a subject shows 'exam taken but fee unpaid' on 12123?

[Trenton]

To address this situation, it's essential to clarify whether the tuition fee includes the exam registration cost. Here are relevant explanations: 1. Displaying unpaid status: This mostly occurs due to network latency causing delayed status updates. Most test centers require ID card scanning or facial recognition for entry. If exam fees remain unpaid, invigilators won't permit exam entry. Staff will then arrange on-site fee payment, enabling candidates to proceed with Subject 2 examination. 2. Consult the driving school: If tuition covers exam fees, students should confirm with their driving school or instructor whether the school directly pays registration fees after exam scheduling, or if students need to advance payment and later seek reimbursement. Clarifying these payment procedures helps avoid complications.

[VonTaylor]

Ah, seeing this question reminds me of when I was learning to drive. During my Subject 1 exam, the screen also showed 'Exam taken but not paid,' and my heart skipped a beat. It means you did attend and pass the exam, but you forgot to pay the fee either during registration or before the exam, so the system got stuck there. This might temporarily invalidate your results, preventing you from receiving the completion certificate or scheduling the next subject. Back then, I quickly logged into the 12123 APP to pay the fee, and the status updated in less than half an hour. A reminder to everyone: check your payment status before the exam—it’s easy to do in the APP. Just go to the exam records to see the details. Don’t be lazy like I was; fixing it afterward carries some risks. If the system clears the data due to overdue payment, your exam effort would be wasted. The driving test process can take anywhere from a few months to a year, so timely payment ensures smooth progress toward getting your license. Otherwise, retaking exams will cost you extra time and energy.

[VanJade]

I've been teaching at a driving school for many years and often encounter students reporting this situation. 'Exam taken but fee unpaid' means the test is completed, but the relevant fees are still owed, usually the exam registration fee or administrative fee. This will freeze your progress—the results are stored in the system but stuck, and you won't be able to schedule the next subject. If you see this on the 12123 app, you must pay immediately. The process is simple: open the app, go to your exam records, find the subject in question, click 'Pay,' and follow the steps to settle the fee. A reminder for new students: when registering, confirm that all fees are settled to avoid missing payments later when the excitement of passing fades. If fees are delayed too long, some test centers may archive the results, forcing you to retake the exam—what a waste! Keeping an eye on app notifications can help avoid these minor hassles and get your license smoothly and sooner.

[DiZoe]

As a driving novice, my instructor mentioned this situation to me. It means you've passed the subject test but haven't paid the fee, which might invalidate your results. The 12123 app shows that you need to pay to unlock subsequent exams. Quickly log into the app, find the relevant item, and make the payment. Delaying might lead to expiration and require retaking the test. It's advisable for beginners to develop the habit of confirming all fees before the exam to avoid delaying progress.