Drive Test #1: Pre-test

If you don't pass the pre-test, your driving test ends before you ever get out on the road. Don't let that happen to you. Watch this short video and you'll know exactly what's needed to pass the pre-test.

This video was produced by the Washington State Department of Licensing.

[friendlyfire]

i took it the first time today ad passed. advice for anyone whos gonna take it; you really have to exagerrate everything. always put blinker at any turn and when you come to a stop count to 3 seconds before you go. just exagerate evrything because most of the examiners are rarely nice lol they want everything perfect

[tirthachester]

Passed in the first try today. It is indeed the most difficult driving test in the US but as with everything it's not hard as it seems. Here are a few common mistakes you would want to avoid, where most people lose points in the test:
- always put on turn indicators and do 1-2-3 checks when parking, turning or lane changing.
- always do an extra stop (DO NOT creep up without coming to a complete stop) when turning right into oncoming traffic from an intersection with poor visibility of the road you're turning into.
- always turn into the nearest lane from an intersection.
- Call out every decision you're making to your instructor. Often times the instructor may not see what you're seeing and hence not understand the reasoning behind what you're doing so may mark you down.
- Be very slow and steady in the backing maneuvers and take your own sweet time. You won't be marked down for it. If you hit the curb, don't worry too much coz it's just 2 points off and that's barely anything in the grand scheme of things.
- last but not the least, check your speed. 6 miles off the limit and the test is immediately over with a fail, and with WA's downhill slopes, it is very common for the speed to elevate real quick.

Best of luck 🤘

[JaselleGurrolaMusic]

I wish all driving instructors were this nice.

[KrikXela]

I failed my first test, mainly because I told my instructor "How are you? You must have a great job on a day like this!" and she turned to me and told me "I DO THIS 20 TIMES A DAY"
It went downhill from there.
Of course, it could also be because I ended up parked on a train track...

[caelroraback]

Taking my test tomorrow. If anyone sees this, wish me luck.

Edit: I failed and my instructor made me super nervous to the point where I was shaking. I’m going again tomorrow. Hope I get a different instructor.

Another edit: I got practice time and practiced before taking the test and I passed with a 96%. I’m so happy!

[platzart_]

Just finished my test today 😌 Passed! Just a tip, ALWAYS look both ways before entering an intersection. Even on left turn arrows. I got knocked 6 whole points for that

[nickw]

I've been driving for 13 years now, why am I watching this? Oh yeah, because it's easy to forget the fundamentals. Be safe out there, Washington drivers.

[WALicensing]

It's not uncommon to be nervous. It's good that you care so much about learning these skills. That's very positive. Wishing you the best.

[stm]

Just passed my test, please guys don’t even trip about it. I messed up both backing around the curb and parallel parking (hit the curb few times on both) and I still passed. Just watch your speed and turn your blinkers whenever instructor tells you to pull to the side.

[womankeep]

Hehe... back in 1997 when I was passing my test I had this very rude woman testing me. I don't remember her doing anything similar like this gentleman in this video (pre-testing my vehicle). She came to my front passenger door, opened it and plumped herself in. Next, she asked me to pull out of the parking when safe. I felt violated that she just opened my car's door and sat herself, just like that, inside my property without any consideration or greeting. She appeared very angry before she even met with me. So I looked at her, smiled, and calmly said to her: "Hi there, how are you?" She answered very swiftly: "I'm fine, I'm fine, let's go." Well, I still passed the test, despite her grumpiness.
Some memories here...

[sarvaise]

I took drivers Ed with 15 1/2 year olds when I was 19 years old, because I had no other way to learn how to drive. On my first practice drive with an instructor, it was my first time being on the road. I got out of the car with motion sickness and I was so nervous. He told me to get more practice and I couldn’t so I bought a car for $2000 which I learned how to drive by myself with my permit, but the car broke down after driving it less than 10 times. I am 20 now and taking my drivers test today. Wish me luck!!

[RFCanalysist]

Good luck man. You can do it. Just remember what u have practiced and relax and trust your own driving ability. Thats what i did and i passed last friday. You are capable of passing just think clearly and listen to instructions carefully. if you dont understand get them to clarify. Do this and you will be fine, but mainly relax cos when people are nervous they are more prone to error.

[shellgriffin]

I passed my test yesterday in Washington state and I have to say the examiners and staff were very friendly and put me at test wasn't very long at all ...I did however have a problem with one of the staff inside the DOL I found her to be rude and unhelpful, and when I returned I was dealt with by another member of staff who was very friendly and couldn't do enough to help, very sad that one person could potentially of ruined my

[emmang]

I passed yesterday, because I looked this video. Thank you so much. BTW, I am in Missouri State.

[kinggleo]

Took my road test PASSED! Easier then they make it seem just take your time! And don’t rush it! Most Importantly Breath!!

[TomahawkFoss]

Im taking my test in like 30 minutes. I've been watching all these videos for help.

[mats]

I hope I get an instructor as nice as this man. I'm dreading the instructor more than the actual road test here in Illinois.

[analizaespinosa]

Washingtonlicencing videos really helps me a lot !..I got my drivers license 6 months ago. I got 86 score and my driving instructor is really really nice like this guy!..:-)

[eminempkr]

@Nightbeast165 scored an 86. Important things to know. If you have little mirrors on your mirrors so you can see your blind spots they don't count them ( They wont you to actually turn your head which can be dangerous) And when your backing up DON'T FORGET TO LOOK BACK. and lastly...With the backing take your time and do it right.

[NipkowDisk]

It's been over 40 years since I took my driving test, but for the record my examiner was quite old and equally polite.