Will Points Be Deducted If the Rearview Mirror Crosses the Line During Reverse Parking?

[OHeidi]

Generally, points are not deducted if the rearview mirror crosses the line during reverse parking in the driving test, but this depends on the specific markings at each test site. According to the "Motor Vehicle Driving Training and Examination Syllabus," as long as the vehicle body does not exceed the ground markings, no points will be deducted. Since the rearview mirror protrudes, whether it is considered part of the vehicle body depends on how each test site recognizes it. Failing the test will result in disqualification. Other violations that result in a 100-point deduction include the vehicle body crossing the line, failing to enter the parking space, stopping midway, not following the designated route, incorrect sequence, or exceeding the allotted time. The full score for the second subject is 100 points, with evaluation criteria set for disqualification, 20-point deductions, 10-point deductions, and 5-point deductions. The rules for the second subject of the motor vehicle driver's license test state that any of the following will result in disqualification: stopping or rolling back midway during the test, not following voice prompts, or having the wheels or vehicle body cross the line. Many trainees encounter the issue of crossing the line during the second subject, and "crossing the line" is the most common reason for failing. The main cause of wheel crossing is not mastering the correct timing for steering. Apart from missing the right moment to steer, another reason could be the steering speed not matching the vehicle speed. Deduction standards for the second subject: Not wearing a seatbelt: 100-point deduction. Starting the engine without the gear in neutral: 100-point deduction. Not using turn signals (including when starting, changing lanes, overtaking, turning, or parking); turning on the signal for less than three seconds (note: this is easily overlooked!); forgetting to turn off the signal or using it incorrectly: 10-point deduction. Stalling once: 10-point deduction. Reverse parking: Not following the designated route sequence: 100-point deduction. Vehicle body crossing the line: 100-point deduction. Failing to enter the parking space: 100-point deduction. Before reversing, if both front wheels do not pass the control line: 100-point deduction. Exceeding the 210-second time limit: 100-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Slope parking and starting: After stopping, if the front bumper is not aligned with the pole line and exceeds 50 cm forward or backward: 100-point deduction. After stopping, if the front bumper is not aligned with the pole line but does not exceed 50 cm forward or backward: 10-point deduction. After stopping, if the starting time exceeds 30 seconds: 100-point deduction. Wheels crossing the road edge line while driving: 100-point deduction. Rolling back more than 30 cm when starting: 100-point deduction. After stopping, if the vehicle body is more than 50 cm from the road edge line: 100-point deduction. Not tightening the parking brake after stopping: 10-point deduction per occurrence. After stopping, if the vehicle body is between 30 cm and 50 cm from the road edge line: 10-point deduction per occurrence. Rolling back between 10 cm and 30 cm when starting: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Parallel parking: After parking, if the vehicle body crosses the line: 100-point deduction. Not using or incorrectly using turn signals when entering the parking space: 10-point deduction. Exceeding the 90-second time limit: 100-point deduction. Vehicle body touching the parking space boundary line while driving: 10-point deduction per occurrence. Wheels touching the lane boundary line while driving: 10-point deduction per occurrence. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 5-point deduction per occurrence. 90-degree turn: Wheels crossing the road edge line: 100-point deduction. Not using or incorrectly using turn signals during the turn, or not turning them off afterward: 10-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Curve driving: Wheels crossing the road edge line: 100-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 100-point deduction. Not driving in second gear or higher: 5-point deduction.

[LaBriella]

As a friend who often helps others practice driving, I want to say that hitting the line with the car mirror during reverse parking can indeed lead to point deductions, but it depends on the exam rules and the examiner's strictness. In most driving test items, the core requirement for reverse parking is that the entire vehicle must stop within the designated area without touching the lines. Since the side mirror is part of the vehicle, hitting the line with it is equivalent to the vehicle touching the line, which may be judged as incorrect parking or improper operation, usually resulting in a deduction of 10 to 20 points. This is quite common, especially for beginners, as the mirror position is often overlooked. I recommend practicing more by adjusting the seat and mirror angles to reduce blind spots, such as observing the ground markings in advance and controlling the speed to better judge the distance. If the mirror frequently hits the line, it indicates poor timing in turning. You can try using tape as a marker during practice to develop a habit after a few repetitions and avoid mistakes during the test.