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Pre-Test Driving Assessment

At Safedrive Africa foundation we conduct pre-driving test assessment for driving schools Locally and international on request from partners

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There is a much higher chance of passing your practical driving test for the following reasons:

We cover all the different requirements of the practical Pre test.
The pre-driving test assessment can be done in the testing area, so you will be familiar with this on the day of the test.
We can point out bad driving habits that one picks up driving their own vehicle.

Note: It is preferable to do the pre-driving test assessment in the vehicle that you are using on the day of the test. However, our vehicles can be used if you prefer.

Are You Ready For Your Driving Test?

Are you fully prepared for your driving test? It's a step towards gaining your licence and, ultimately, independence. But it's not as simple as it used to be. Preparation and hours of practice are essential.

The Graduated Licensing System

Today's licensing process is a graduated affair, and much more difficult to pass. You have to sit a theoretical test to gain a learner's licence then spend six months practicing your driving before sitting your restricted test. If all goes well at that stage – and the restricted test is rather difficult to pass – you are on track for your full license test.

How long you stay on a restricted licence before doing a full licence driving test depends on your age, and whether or not you take advanced driving courses while on a restricted licence. You probably know all this. But do you know how to avoid the pitfalls that often lead to test failure?

Why You Might Fail Your Driving Test

Reckless, dangerous or inconsiderate driving
The inability to carry out the testing officer's instructions due to a lack of ability
Exceeding the speed limit
Failure to comply with Give Way rules or signs
Failure to comply with Stop rules or signs

These conditions are:

You must be in the company of a supervisor every time you are driving.
You can only have passengers on board with permission from your supervisor.
‘L’ plates must be displayed at the rear and front of your vehicle anytime you are behind the wheel.

Restricted license

The minimum age at which you can acquire this licence is sixteen and a half years. This is because you need to have held your learner licence for a period of not less than six months. For this step, you are required to take a practical test in order to get the corresponding licence.

Once awarded, the restricted licence will reduce the number of restrictions imposed on learners but will still have a few of its own.

The restrictions are:

You can only drive between the hours of 5am and 10pm after which you are required to have a supervisor accompanying you.
You’re only allowed to drive the type of vehicle you sat your test in. If it was an automatic, then you’re only allowed to drive an automatic unless you are in the company of your supervisor.
Passengers are not allowed unless a supervisor accompanies you.
Spouses, parents and people to whom you are the primary caregiver are exempted.