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Interpreting the Assessment Criteria on Form SC1 and Part 3 Exam
A guide to what might constitute a deviation from the norm, resulting in faults being recorded on the DL25 Driving test report form, therefore require attention on Standards Check or Part 3 test.
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Use of mirrors well before Signalling/Changing direction/Stopping
Expected outcome/competence
Full and effective use of all mirrors fitted to the vehicle. Mirrors must be checked carefully before signalling, changing direction, or changing speed.
Mirrors – Signal – Manoeuvre (MSM) routine should be displayed effectively.
Potential deviations from expected outcomes
- Not using the exterior mirrors when essential
- Using the mirrors but not reacting to the information
- Not using the mirrors at all
- Pulling up with no mirror checks
- Increasing speed with no mirror checks
- Late use of mirrors
Examples of what might constitute something that would result in a fault being marked
Driving fault
Late use of exterior mirror before changing direction.
Serious fault
Did not use the exterior mirror before a significant change in direction.
Dangerous fault
Any situation brought about by the above serious neglect of using the mirrors, that resulted in actual danger to the examiner, candidate, and the general public or property.