Will the driving school refund if I fail the second subject test three times?
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Failing the second subject test three times allows for negotiation with the driving school for a partial refund. Other scenarios are as follows: 1. Enrollment without taking any tests: In this case, there is no "three-year expiration" rule. The vehicle management office issues a learning driving permit only after passing the first subject test, which then has a three-year validity period. Therefore, if no first subject training was attended or if the driving school fails to arrange second subject training within 60 days after completing the first subject test due to the driving school's reasons, a full refund should be provided. 2. Passing the first subject but not completing the remaining subjects: If some subjects are passed but the remaining ones are not completed within the three-year validity period, the driving school may refund part of the training fee. If the three-year period is exceeded entirely due to the student's personal reasons, the driving school may not provide a refund. 3. Fast-track exam scheduling for expiring driving permits: If the learning driving permit has less than six months of validity left, students can switch to priority scheduling when booking exams. Each subject can be prioritized for one online exam booking. During priority scheduling, students can choose exam sessions with available priority slots. As long as the booking request is successful and there are no other regulatory reasons preventing the exam, the test will be arranged.
I'm a new student who just failed the driving test (Subject 2) three times and feeling quite frustrated. I was wondering if the driving school could refund some money. Actually, this matter is closely related to the driving school contract, and each school has different policies. I asked my own driving school, and in most cases, the exam fees are non-refundable because the coach has already completed the training, and the money is mainly used to cover their labor and venue costs. However, in some places, if you signed up for a package deal, you might get a partial refund after failing three times, but the specifics depend on the terms of the contract. I suggest you directly check with the front desk or customer service of your driving school to review your contract instead of guessing. Meanwhile, spend more time practicing key skills like reversing into a garage and parallel parking—improving your technique is the key, otherwise you won't pass no matter how many times you retake the test. Additionally, practicing with an experienced driver and familiarizing yourself with the test environment can also increase your chances of passing next time.
