Will Points Be Deducted for Rearview Mirrors Touching the Line During Reverse Parking?
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Points will be deducted if the rearview mirrors touch the line during reverse parking. Reasons for failing the reverse parking test: Failing to follow the specified route and sequence, the vehicle body crossing the line, failing to fully enter the parking space, and stopping midway are all grounds for disqualification. Using rearview mirrors: It is essential to learn how to observe and accurately use rearview mirrors: these include the left and right side mirrors and the interior rearview mirror. Once the driver is seated inside the vehicle, their field of vision is obstructed, making it necessary to rely on rearview mirrors to expand their view. Functions of rearview mirrors: The left and right side mirrors are primarily used to observe the surroundings and road conditions, while the interior rearview mirror is mainly for observing the area behind the vehicle. During reverse parking, the left and right side mirrors are used most frequently.
Of course, touching the line with the side mirror during reverse parking will result in point deduction, as the exam rules clearly state that any part of the vehicle, including the mirrors, touching the line is considered a failure. When I was learning to drive, my instructor repeatedly emphasized this point, saying that the side mirror is particularly prone to scraping the edge of the parking space line when steering during reverse parking. I recommend that everyone develop a habit during practice: before entering the parking space, always check the distance between the car body and the corner of the space through the side mirror, and adjust the steering half a turn in advance to correct the position. It's better to stay a bit further from the corner than to force it in. Those who have taken the test know that neglecting this small detail can lead to an immediate failure, wasting both the registration fee and time.
