When does the driver's license exam validity period start counting?
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The validity period starts counting from the date when you pass the Subject 1 test and receive the study driving certificate. Below is an introduction to Subject 1: Introduction to Subject 1: Subject 1 of the driver's license exam tests theoretical knowledge and is conducted at the vehicle management office. It is a mandatory licensing exam for all applicants. The test content includes the most basic knowledge such as driving theory fundamentals, road safety laws and regulations, traffic signals, traffic rules, as well as local regulations. The scheduling of the theoretical driving test is arranged by local vehicle management offices. Subject 1 test content: The exam paper consists of 100 questions, including true/false and multiple-choice questions, with a full score of 100 points and a passing score of 90. The exam questions are randomly selected and combined by the computer driver examination system according to the proportion specified in the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Work Specifications".
When I first started learning to drive, I also wondered about this. Actually, the validity period of the driver's license exam starts counting from the day you pass Subject 1. I remember my instructor reminded me right after the written test that I had to complete Subjects 2, 3, and 4 within three years, otherwise all previous test results would be void. Those three years also include the time for retakes. If you fail and have to retake, the waiting period in between will eat into the total time limit. My advice is not to relax after passing Subject 1—schedule your driving practice promptly, especially for working professionals with tight schedules. Don't be like my colleague who procrastinated until the last six months and had to frantically retake exams, almost having to start over when the deadline approached.
