Will the Safety Officer Intentionally Fail You in the Driving Test (Subject 3)?
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It is understood that some safety officers, who do not receive 'benefits', may limit the pass rate, as each vehicle management office has certain assessment indicators that affect the income of safety officers. However, such cases are extremely rare, and generally, safety officers prefer you to pass. Especially during the year-end performance assessment of the vehicle management office, safety officers tend to slightly relax the manual scoring standards. As long as no particularly serious mistakes are made, they will 'turn a blind eye' and let you pass. More relevant information is as follows: 1. Scoring: In the past, the Subject 3 test was scored by safety officers, leading to significant 'inaccuracies' in the results. In some small localities, candidates could pass the test by bribing the invigilators. However, after the implementation of electronic road tests, this practice has been weakened, with most of the scores now determined by the system and only a small part assessed by safety officers. 2. Note: Illegal activities must not be undertaken, such as bribing safety officers to pass the test or cheating in the exam. Once discovered, not only will the test qualification be revoked, but the candidate will also be barred from applying for the test for one year. The safety officers who accept bribes will also face corresponding penalties, so do not attempt to break the law.
As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience who has also trained many students, I understand everyone's concerns about the Level 3 driving test. Examiners won't deliberately make things difficult—most are highly professional and only intervene during emergencies. The Level 3 test is essentially a road exam assessing your ability to drive safely. Examiners are monitored by cameras; if they score unfairly, they could face disciplinary action. From what I've seen, students usually fail due to their own operational errors—improper speed control, illegal lane changes, or nervousness causing them to forget procedures. Rather than doubting examiners, practice more, familiarize yourself with the test route, and take deep breaths to relax before starting. The test is designed to be fair, and examiners must follow the rulebook. Stay calm, drive steadily, and most will pass on the first try. Remember to wear your seatbelt throughout and follow instructions—no one will nitpick then. Regular road practice to minimize mistakes will naturally lead to success.
