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I just failed my second driving test with 2 majors and 6 minors. I did the most stupid things EVER and I made soo many mistakes that I'm suprised I only got 2 majors. Was driving perfectly beforehand, didn't feel nervous - Kept going through it with a smile on my face. EVERY time I made a mistake, just smile and carry on. The tester said I should pass next time and that I tried the best I couldd - He was too nice loved him. I've spent 1600 pounds and I'm poor as it is, just thought it'd be good to drive my mum around who is disabled and now look - I'ma complete and utter failure, she said it is ok - but I know she is upset. I just wanna die. Uni has started and Im looking forward to it but I really needed to pass - Now I have to do the new tests, I know I will fail as I am USELESS at maps...Im gonna die. I'm just one of lifes failures.
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I just failed my second driving test with 2 majors and 6 minors. I did the most stupid things EVER and I made soo many mistakes that I'm suprised I only got 2 majors. Was driving perfectly beforehand, didn't feel nervous - Kept going through it with a smile on my face. EVERY time I made a mistake, just smile and carry on. The tester said I should pass next time and that I tried the best I couldd - He was too nice loved him. I've spent 1600 pounds and I'm poor as it is, just thought it'd be good to drive my mum around who is disabled and now look - I'ma complete and utter failure, she said it is ok - but I know she is upset. I just wanna die. Uni has started and Im looking forward to it but I really needed to pass - Now I have to do the new tests, I know I will fail as I am USELESS at maps...Im gonna die. I'm just one of lifes failures.
The new test really isn't that bad - they ask you to follow road signs for 10 minutes which is pretty easy and then you only have to do one manoeuvre.
You need to stick at it - if you find yourself getting nervous on the test try rescue remedy - it really worked for me =)
You're mum will be fine - keep going and make her proud when you pass book straight back in for your test and make sure you get driving experience as often as you can - work on what you failed on this time and improve
talk about over dramatic...
I agree. Stick at it. You've already spent so much money on learning to drive and one day, whether it is now or in 10 years time, you will want to drive. It gives you freedom and independence, and I'm sure you want to do it for your mum. Book that next test. If you put it off now you will only spend more money in the future taking 'refresher' lessons to get you back up to speed.
It will be worth it in the end. I know how you feel. The first time I failed I was absolutely mortified. It is the worst feeling in the world but keep going. Do not give up. Everyone makes mistakes when driving but do not let it knock your confidence. If you weren't ready for your test you would never have been asked to try for it.
It will be worth it in the end. I know how you feel. The first time I failed I was absolutely mortified. It is the worst feeling in the world but keep going. Do not give up. Everyone makes mistakes when driving but do not let it knock your confidence. If you weren't ready for your test you would never have been asked to try for it.
Antone would think that the way that you are talking, the world is coming to an end but it is only a driving test, it isn't as though it is a matter of life and death. There will be more chances and i am sure that you will do fine, and you are not the first and will not be the last to fail more than once, i know a person that failed 6 times so you still have more to go!
OP, don't be too upset. When I clicked on your page, I expected it to say: 'I have just done my 5th driving test and nearly killed a pedestrian!' You've only done two tests! Put it into perspective. I have been taking lessons for more than a year and I'm still nowhere up to standard!
Like you said, the tester said that you should be able to pass next time! And like the above posters said, the new test doesn't seem to be much more difficult. When I started uni, the people who had passed were in the minority compared to those that didn't pass. Good luck next time! Enjoy uni!
Like you said, the tester said that you should be able to pass next time! And like the above posters said, the new test doesn't seem to be much more difficult. When I started uni, the people who had passed were in the minority compared to those that didn't pass. Good luck next time! Enjoy uni!
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I just failed my second driving test with 2 majors and 6 minors. I did the most stupid things EVER and I made soo many mistakes that I'm suprised I only got 2 majors. Was driving perfectly beforehand, didn't feel nervous - Kept going through it with a smile on my face. EVERY time I made a mistake, just smile and carry on. The tester said I should pass next time and that I tried the best I couldd - He was too nice loved him. I've spent 1600 pounds and I'm poor as it is, just thought it'd be good to drive my mum around who is disabled and now look - I'ma complete and utter failure, she said it is ok - but I know she is upset. I just wanna die. Uni has started and Im looking forward to it but I really needed to pass - Now I have to do the new tests, I know I will fail as I am USELESS at maps...Im gonna die. I'm just one of lifes failures.
I've passed. 5th time lucky. Much more money and lessons than you. Stop feeling sorry for yourself and just rebook it.
Great Lord Xenu
Why don't you just kill yourself by breathing in the exhaust fumes from your car...
Oh, wait. You can't.
Oh, wait. You can't.
Not cool.
Anonymous
I just failed my second driving test with 2 majors and 6 minors. I did the most stupid things EVER and I made soo many mistakes that I'm suprised I only got 2 majors. Was driving perfectly beforehand, didn't feel nervous - Kept going through it with a smile on my face. EVERY time I made a mistake, just smile and carry on. The tester said I should pass next time and that I tried the best I couldd - He was too nice loved him. I've spent 1600 pounds and I'm poor as it is, just thought it'd be good to drive my mum around who is disabled and now look - I'ma complete and utter failure, she said it is ok - but I know she is upset. I just wanna die. Uni has started and Im looking forward to it but I really needed to pass - Now I have to do the new tests, I know I will fail as I am USELESS at maps...Im gonna die. I'm just one of lifes failures.
DOn't worry, perseverence pays off with driving tests. Right, best advice is to drive every dy until next test and then when you do you r next test, I want you to bore the examiner from being so safe, which is what I did. E.g I made it so obvious I was checking mirrors etc. and I think the poor guy was so glad when it was over. Its the only way
You'll be fine 
It's a huge pressure on your wallet but if you can afford to then definitely try again - don't give up.
It's a huge pressure on your wallet but if you can afford to then definitely try again - don't give up.
OP: you're over-reacting. This does not mean that you are a failure, you've only failed a driving test. Most people have, and some have failed a lot more times than you. There is nothing to be ashamed about, if you drove worse than usual in the test that's just bad luck. You have every chance of passing next time.
Also, I don't believe that there's anyone who really can't do maps... some people take longer to learn to use them; if you're one of these, you'll just need more practice. It's an extremely useful skill anyway and well worth learning.
Also, I don't believe that there's anyone who really can't do maps... some people take longer to learn to use them; if you're one of these, you'll just need more practice. It's an extremely useful skill anyway and well worth learning.
Anonymous
I just failed my second driving test with 2 majors and 6 minors. I did the most stupid things EVER and I made soo many mistakes that I'm suprised I only got 2 majors. Was driving perfectly beforehand, didn't feel nervous - Kept going through it with a smile on my face. EVERY time I made a mistake, just smile and carry on. The tester said I should pass next time and that I tried the best I couldd - He was too nice loved him. I've spent 1600 pounds and I'm poor as it is, just thought it'd be good to drive my mum around who is disabled and now look - I'ma complete and utter failure, she said it is ok - but I know she is upset. I just wanna die. Uni has started and Im looking forward to it but I really needed to pass - Now I have to do the new tests, I know I will fail as I am USELESS at maps...Im gonna die. I'm just one of lifes failures.
Awww, don't feel a failure. It happens to a lot of people, I also struggled with my driving and spent over 2500 but eventually passed.
It sounds like you already know how to drive but silly mistakes are the ones that fail you. If you have already got a car have you considered doing your test in that instead of the driving instructors car?
I eventually passed when I decided to actually do the test in my own car and have my brother put me through a 1 week crash course beforehand. I did 5 hours of driving a day till my nerves were gone.
If you have a car, is there anyone, a family member or friend who can take you on a crash course and to your next test?
newts2k
DOn't worry, perseverence pays off with driving tests. Right, best advice is to drive every dy until next test and then when you do you r next test, I want you to bore the examiner from being so safe, which is what I did. E.g I made it so obvious I was checking mirrors etc. and I think the poor guy was so glad when it was over. Its the only way
Good advice
I did like 50 lessons took my test and failed with 1 major just from not looking in my blind spot and I have never drove since, that was over a year ago now.
If you kill yourself now, you'll probably never pass your test, so I don't think this is very a sensible decision. I say, just keep on trying at the driving and don't give up if you really want to do it. Lots of people fail, no biggie, just keep on trucking. Good luck 
confused1991
I did like 50 lessons took my test and failed with 1 major just from not looking in my blind spot and I have never drove since, that was over a year ago now.
Why did you stop? Were you just not bothered about it anymore? Just curious
You're not a failure! Please don't think you are just because you failed twice, loads of people don't pass 1st time or even 2nd, it's mainly down to luck. 
You got into uni, which is the more important thing and you should focus your achievements with your education. You WILL pass your test, and I know it's loads of money but once you've done the test, that's it, you've got it for good. Don't give up, that would just be a waste of money! Just try again and if you still fail, just try again until you pass!
I know what it feels like to fail your driving test, it's a horrible feeling but it's one of those things once you've passed you won't have to worry about ever again
and if you seriously feel suicidal because you failed twice, then i'd think about seeing someone because you may be suffering from depression
Good luck, and don't give up
You got into uni, which is the more important thing and you should focus your achievements with your education. You WILL pass your test, and I know it's loads of money but once you've done the test, that's it, you've got it for good. Don't give up, that would just be a waste of money! Just try again and if you still fail, just try again until you pass!
I know what it feels like to fail your driving test, it's a horrible feeling but it's one of those things once you've passed you won't have to worry about ever again
and if you seriously feel suicidal because you failed twice, then i'd think about seeing someone because you may be suffering from depression
Good luck, and don't give up
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