So I failed my first test today. Here is my story:
I was doing really really well. Not a step wrong (aside from one mirror check), and I was feeling quite confident. Was pretty sure I'd pass.
On the way back to the test centre, though, we went through a width restriction barrier and I clipped the wing mirror, failing instantly. The thing is, I had done the exact same thing (very out of character then) on a mock test a couple of days before because I was chatting about something on the radio. This time I had no excuse.
I'm not sure if this makes any sense, but I think my fail today was a self-sabotage. I knew that clipping the mirror would be an instant fail because this had been explained to me at length when it happened before. It was exactly the same width restriction, too. I think I got too close to passing and I got scared of what that meant (immediately driving alone, every day, to and from work).
Anyway, I just wanted to share this because I know I am a proficient driver and don't do anything wrong in lessons, but sometimes your subconscious takes over. Sometimes you don't really want the responsibility of being a qualified driver. Ain't nothing you can do about that!
I'm going to give it a while and try again when I'm more settled. All this has been a massive rush anyway as I'm moving away for my new job this weekend. I'm kind of glad I don't have to sort out car, insurance etw. now. I'll be back here when I'm due to take another test. Good luck to all on here, but don't worry if you're not mentally ready!
Peace. X