Within how many years must the driver's license test be completed?
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It must be completed within 3 years. The following are the subjects of the driver's license test: Subject 1: Road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test. The structure of the test question bank and the basic question types are formulated by the Ministry of Public Security, and the traffic management departments of the provincial public security authorities establish the test question bank for their respective provinces (autonomous regions, municipalities) based on local actual conditions. Subject 2: Field driving skills test, which includes: reversing into a garage, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, driving on a curve, and parallel parking. Subject 3: Road driving skills test, the basic test items include: preparing to start, driving straight, changing lanes, passing intersections, parking by the roadside, passing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and driving at night. Subject 4: Safe and civilized driving knowledge, test items: knowledge related to safe and civilized driving.
Having taught at a driving school for so many years, I've seen too many students suffer due to procrastinating their driver's license tests. Generally, from the moment you pass the written test and obtain your learner's permit, you must complete all exams within a specific timeframe, most commonly three years. For example, in China, after passing Subject 1, you must complete the road test and Subject 4 within three years. I've had students who waited until the last minute to take the road test, failed, and had to retake the theoretical exam from scratch, wasting both time and money. I advise beginners not to wait until the deadline—sign up for tests and practice driving early. This not only reduces stress but also helps you become familiar with driving skills to avoid accidents. Remember, regulations may vary by region, but typically one to three years is a safe window—take action now!
I just got my driver's license not long ago, and the whole process left a deep impression on me. On the day I received my learner's permit, the staff reminded me that I must complete all tests within the specified time frame, which is about two to three years. I finished all the tests in three months, but a friend of mine dragged it out for over a year until the learner's permit expired and had to retake the written test. This reminded me that the time limit is strict, so it's best to plan your study cycle, such as practicing weekly to avoid forgetting skills. Delaying too long not only makes the tests harder but also allows life's trivial matters to interfere with your plans. I recommend checking the DMV website to confirm the local time limit to ensure passing everything in one go without repeated hassle.
