Hi Everyone! Thanks for watching 👍🏼Check out another upload next week, as Beth allowed me to record our follow up lesson where we fix her mistakes from this Mock Test.
I'm still mad knowing that there are drivers with licenses that are 10 times worse than Beth and they can drive legally by themselves while Beth can't 🤦♂️. That was a pretty good drive in general!
When i moved to ireland (late nineties) nothing was computerised, paper work was misplaced and It wasn't certain who passed and who failed, so 100s of 1000s of full licences were issued, just in case. Id like to say 800 thousand, but that seems a lot, it was a long time ago. I have seen people reversing onto roundabouts after taking turns, more than once..... 😮
@@TheVanderfulLife I think that's a good idea, I'm pretty sure bad habits can creep in easily and also ways and means change over time. It's not like failing would void your licence. ,👍😀
Just a little story about the Driving Examiner (as you mentioned in the video of the chat level) on my second test. Around 15 minutes into my test I was making a very sharp left turn into a road (Nearly a U turn!), as I was turning into the road a car full or lads around my age (at the time) had noticed me having my test and they decided to take part by driving behind me contantly beeping, jeering out the window, overtaking, braking in front of me and generally being a nuisance. My test continued all through this all the way back to the test centre (Runcorn to Widnes). I honestly thought I was doomed to fail as this was the worst thing to happen and it was also my second test. The examiner had not said much and had kept giving me directions and the manoeuvres (even stopping for a short time to wait for them to pass/continue). As I Nervously entered the test centre I bunny hopped the car into one of the parking bays from the other side of the entrance, so this also added to my doubt of passing this nightmare of a test. Upon stopping, the Examiner asked me to turn off the enginer and he then talked me through the faults of the driving exam. He asked me if I knew those occupants of the car and I replied "no.. He stated that I had done extremely well under that extra pressure and the bunny hopping of the car in the test centre was to be expected due to my nerves and the "idiots" that had followed us and that he was pleased to inform me that I had indeed passed the driving test. It was a great feeling and a huge relief and maybe the "idiots" had helped me pass by trying to ignore them and drive as safe as I could.
She has more balls than I did at that age. I’d never let anybody see me driving during my practise let alone record it. Well done! That license will be yours before you get it.
I passed yesterday at Norris Green! My instructor was great and always reminded me that this is a test of safety, not speed. Always slow everything down once your signal is on and get it right, there’s no rush!
Nicely done Beth!! Didn't realize the driving test in the UK was so rigorous, here in California it was a quick fifteen-minute trip around a neighborhood.
And you dont have such complex road layouts as the uk, I understand roundabouts are a rarity in the usa, and it's mostly "grid systems" in most usa cities
We've probably got the most comprehensive test in the world. Not only is the test fairly strict compared to other countries but there are other aspects too. They now need to identify parts of the car under the bonnet as part of the test and before even taking your test you have a theory test with hazard perception test too.
@@chrissambrook84 I know that most other European countries have similarly scrutinizing tests too but in the US and other parts of the world they are far simpler.
She did really well. I failed my mock test but I felt it was a great way to see where I'm at and what I needed to improve . I failed my first driving test but went on to pass the second time with no minors!! This was 10 years ago now, a few years ago I did some refresher lessons to brush up on my skills
What a fabulous video! I've been driving for over 30 years now and picking up very good pointers to stay on top of my driving. And I'm sure this video must help anyone who is taking lessons and getting up to their test. Fair play to Beth for allowing this video to be made. I will watch the follow up lesson tomorrow. Great stuff!
To help using mirrors, I was taught to always note what colour the vehicle was directly behind me, the next one behind that and the one in the next lane (if there was one). I was also frequently asked what the last road sign we passed was.
Thank you to both of you for the ride along. Beth, you did a splendid job considering the pressure you must have felt. Good luck on your test.(You've probably already taken it since I'm watching this quite a bit later than your video.) Thank you, Ashley for the enjoyable vids. I'm 68 yrs old, drive on the right side, and have NO IDEA why I find British Diiving vids so interesting.....maybe it's because it's like you taking me on a tour of some place I'll never see in person.
She drives quite well. It’s really funny to see how different these driving tests are between countries..even European. Here in Portugal we focus much more on the maneuvers side of things, if I recall correctly (it’s been 10 years) there are at least 3 mandatory maneuvers: 3-point turn, reverse parallel parking and reversing around a corner, plus all the driving along like you showed on this video. We are also not allowed to put the car in neutral when stopped (foot on the brake and in the clutch - which makes no sense...), if you just "kiss" the kerb you fail right there, and they are a bit obsessed by the hand positioning in the steering wheel. Nice videos!
Well done Beth. Good - You drive in a positive and relaxed manner, know your gears and control the car very well. You also position the car in the road well and have reasonable awareness. Just remember Mirror, Signal, Manoeuvre and you will fly through the real test. Best of luck.
I was thinking exactly the same thing! I watch both driving instructors too, all of their videos! They both have a lot of skill and teach their learners to a high standard. I feel like Pin's humour and Ashley's approachable personality would make for a cool video.
I drive like Beth and I'm still learning :D It gives me hope though because I can see and identify where my weaknesses are and being able to objectively watch someone drive shows me where and how I can improve. Well done to Beth regardless and being filmed cannot be an easy thing to have on top as well! Ashley, you're a boss and arguably one of the best driving instructors on this platform. Keep up the stellar work :)
Firstly, what a good drive from Beth who was very brave to allow herself to be recorded in this way! It shows that she has the potential to become a good driver, just a few easily fixed issues and she looks like she'll breeze through her test. Ashley, thanks for your great video and upload ; it's the first time I've viewed any so I'll be keeping an eye out from time to time. I'm a little envious as for several years, I trained as an ADI on and off ( as time and finances allowed) had several tests, various passes/fails, and to cut a long story short, got as far as my 3rd attempt at Pt3, where nerves ABSOLUTELY did me in so badly that I was barely able to give my briefing to my 'pupil' and terminated my test within 15 minutes 😢 I've since given up on my ambition for now; MAYBE one day I'll give it another go as I would love to teach exactly like you do! Keep up the great work..all the best ! Ps..good luck for your test when you take it Beth!👍👊
Im from Croatia, been driving for a while but find this kind of videos relaxing and enjoyable, especialy Ashleys. But one thing I found very curious is the practice of encuraging new drivers to indicate only when they think they should. We are thought to indicate every time we are changing lanes, turning etc. no matter if we are alone on the road or if we are on a crowded multilane avenue. And imo its better to get new drivers in habbit of indicating than encouraging them from the get go to become BMW drivers (joke). Love the content tho, its super interesting and Ashley is the calmest instructor on the planet.
Thanks Ashley & Beth that video is really helpful for the pupils and instructors as well. From time to time Beth keeps her hand on a gear stick (35:07 for around 20 seconds). Isn’t it a driving fault?
Having your windows open allows you to hear your surroundings to a more intense degree including sirens, car horns, other vehicles sound equipment, verbal warnings, and road noise from the tyres of approaching vehicles sometimes before you can even see the source of the noise, you're also in a position to give immediate hand signals if the windows low enough and it allows other road users to be able to see which way your looking more clearly on approach, adds ljfe to the car and gives more confidence in others to let you out.
Aah bless her, she did well and I look forward to seeing the video where she corrects the mirror mistakes. Good for her for allowing you to post this. It’s amazing how many people do not check their mirrors before manoeuvring. I hope she passed her test 😄
Hello, Ashley, I would like to ask a question regarding mirrors. You, as an instructor, have two mirrors in the cabin, don't you? Why don't you have mirrors outside your car like some do? And what is the purpose of the second mirror in the cabin? Is it aimed to the offside? Thanks for the video and for your patience! Artem
Hi Artem. The two mirrors I have on the inside of the car are an interior mirror for a rear view (near the centre of the windscreen), and an eyeball mirror (to the left) that I use to see where the pupils eyes are pointing, which is impossible from my seating position sat further back. I have in the past had an supplementary mirror on the left exterior mirror which helps eliminate my blindspot to the left. However, I find it's not required in my current car because of the size of the mirrors. I can lean a little forward to cover all the area I need to see. As always an excellent question! 👏🏻
I love these type of videos, mock tests of pupils either learners or PDI'S don't bother me. She is a good driver and I look forward to watching the follow up video next week
Very interesting comments regarding the bit where Beth is in queing traffic and Ashley is commenting about appreciating other road users space. Links back to another video about a pupil and Ashley going through an amber light and with Ashley discussing how dash cams can distort the image ie making it look further away than it actually is. On the camera with the mock test, the space looks ample but probably isn't in reality to allow buses, lorries emergency vehicles etc.
I'm preparing for my advanced driving test so watching this with a completely different mindset 😅 but it's actually super helpful and I'd say she's pretty confident, I think she'll easily pass ☺️ great video as always
@Riding On MT oh awesome!!! I only just got my CBT but would love to go further one day, massive luck to you! ☺️ I have a run every fortnight so looking to be a few months from now after we had the long lockdown break. What about you? Did you literally just start? If so, don't forget to live and breathe IPSGA! Haha 🤣
Some say after waving goodbye to the camera, Ashley checked the passenger side mirror and over his shoulder before exiting the vehicle, walked around the front of the car to open Beth's door like a true gentleman, waited for Beth to exit the vehicle, said goodbye, then promptly shot her for failing the mock test on camera.
Generally very good. Not sure about resting the hand on the gear shifter. Didn’t notice 3rd gear was an issue on the roundabout. Main thing was the mirrors. Try pretending your driving a van & you have to keep checking mirrors + blind spots.
Back in the day, my instructor did a fair few mock tests with me and I always remember her saying something like, "Don't even glance at me or your examiner when we write or mark anything down. In that split second you're worrying about what you might have done wrong a couple of seconds ago, your focus is taken away from the road and you could end up rear-ending someone or even hitting a pedestrian. It can be lethal to focus on anything that's not your driving and surroundings."
Well done Beth solid performance - wish you the best of luck for when you do your real test! Question for you Ashely: Is it okay to use 3rd gear on roundabouts on your test if you have good visibility and are 100% sure and if the roundabout is appropriate for 3rd gear or do examiners mark that as a fault?
If everyone drove like that, the streets would be a dream. Too many people treat the road like a battle ground. All of the negative human trails are magnified in cars. Impatience, selfishness, dominance, total disregard for others lives - despite what the James Bond title - the real phrase is; ‘live and let live’.
I can imagine Ashley eventually being triggered about the mirror check faults and after the test he's just standing at the side of his mirrors with a tensed flat palmed hand underneath going "see this? MIRRORS!" Humour aside she is good, she just needs them mirrors checked before signalling. A small improvement👌
Hi Ashley, these driving skills are great, me and my mom are learning how to drive some day and I'm still looking forward! I enjoy going in taxis and vehicles especially in the front seat. Nice driving (even though you're not driving in this one) and stay safe 👍
How would i go about getting a mock test with you ashley? Had a bucket load of lessons already, test isnt till october unfortunately🤣 just wondering thats all. Great video as always 😄👌
Great effort, everyday is a learning day. Also, maybe don't rest your wrist on the gearstick as it can put pressure on the gearbox too and cause excess wear over time :) Another very informative video. I've started to share these with people I know learning as your explanations and videos seem to help them not only correct issues but also understand them
You'll probably be horrified but I'm sure I had a very small amount of cannabis before my test. I passed first time with 2 minors (I missed a blindspot check and I drove too cautiously down a narrow residential area which got marked as a hesitation).
47:22 - I passed my test almost 20 years ago, and this is one of those pieces of advice that my instructor gave me that has really stuck. I see so many people blindly indicating, but then obviously displaying a lack of situational awareness by not noticing a pedestrian or a car pulling out of a junction. Also, as a pedestrian, when you're waiting to cross, but the car is turning off before they get to you anyway, without indicating. Thanks for your videos, and thanks to Beth for letting you record these. As others have said, she's clearly an excellent driver.
In a moment of stupidity Liverpool's Mayor decided to curry favour with motorists and bugger up public transport by abolishing most of the bus lanes. The road signs have gone, so the road markings aren't legal.
My first tester didn't speak whatsoever. I had 6 minors and a major, all mirrors. The second tester made small talk. I had one minor, which I think I got in the last 30 seconds of the test, as I did a reverse bay park. A bit of small talk is probably beneficial for the nervous people.
Certainly. It helps put you at ease if the person next to you is just a nice person, instead of the mean examiner who keeps writing stuff down. I'm not much of a talker myself, but even I would prefer a talker in situations like that.
i disagree with "if nobody is there youdont need indicators" first, form habits make it easier to drive, so always use indicators. second, you may not see someone coming. personally, first put out the indicator, then look, then change lane or turn. its better to show potential people coming that youre thinking of changing lanes than getting stuck because theres always someone coming. its indicating the intent, not the action
Absolutely not. It's better to look and observe rather than just using your hand for an indicator. If you don't use an indicator your inconvenience someone, if you don't look you'll kill someone.
Beth as Ashley said you drive very well & I seconded that, just remember before you do anything check your mirrors and you will sale through the test good luck. 👍😁🚗
@@dennisphoenix1 You're talking about the one with the yellow box junction and traffic lights that looked like a bit of a nightmare yeah? The round sign just before the bridge has a lorry on with 7.5t written on, you can see it on street view 😁 🍻
@@dennisphoenix1 I passed my test 50 years ago. Was then as Ashley says now, you have to observe your surroundings, and apply your indicators as necessary. No other road users or pedestrians then no need to signal.🙂
I hated taking my test, ended up in a row in the car with the tester. He told me to turn right when it was a split lane road, but when he told me I would have had to cross chevron marking to get where he wanted to be. I refused and went straight on, you should only enter them if you REALLY need to, I did not need to. He then spent the entire rest of the testing trying to find anything to fail me. I passed though, when I spoke to my instructer the guy (tester) was known for being a bit of a dick.
I have a question about wearing a mask while you're driving. Is it not a safety concern, when breathing in your own carbon dioxide, as well as being a major distraction for the driver?
I think you were being too kind during this mock test tbh Ashley. Beth's lack of mirror useage would have become a serious on the test a long time before the actual serious for lack of mirror checks when moving back to the left on Walton Vale. Once she gets that sorted out she'll be fine though. Also, it's not a big deal but you might want to nip the habit of her resting on the gear stick in the bud before she starts doing it while moving. It's not causing any damage in neutral but the synchros in the gearbox can get worn if the gear stick is used as a rest while moving
I think that was a good drive Beth In challenging conditions. If you came down to where I live in Salisbury you would blitz the test. If pupils who were trained in Salisbury came up to Liverpool I feel not one of them could pass in those conditions and I’m not joking. Down here a test and training consists of a driver on country roads, lanes and none of that intense traffic work, well just a few minutes of it. What I always notice about mirror work, it is a barometer of confidence. The more confident you are the more time you have to use your mirrors and plan. Ashley is right you have very little to put right as most of your mistakes were in just one area. I noted you were using your mirrors in general drive but when you were asked to do something it broke into your concentration that’s when the mirror work went. Believe Ashley you are that good just need more confidence and to relax and don’t judge yourself that’s Ashley’s and examiners job.
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Hi Everyone! Thanks for watching 👍🏼Check out another upload next week, as Beth allowed me to record our follow up lesson where we fix her mistakes from this Mock Test.
Nice driving
She done well , observations will come , looking is the biggest attribute in driving
I'm still mad knowing that there are drivers with licenses that are 10 times worse than Beth and they can drive legally by themselves while Beth can't 🤦♂️. That was a pretty good drive in general!
When i moved to ireland (late nineties) nothing was computerised, paper work was misplaced and It wasn't certain who passed and who failed, so 100s of 1000s of full licences were issued, just in case. Id like to say 800 thousand, but that seems a lot, it was a long time ago. I have seen people reversing onto roundabouts after taking turns, more than once..... 😮
Well done to Beth for being brave enough for this! I passed my test 6 years ago and would still be terrified if I took a mock test even now.
I'm actually keen to do a mock test having passed 6 years ago myself...I wanna know if my driving ability is still to standard
@@TheVanderfulLife I think that's a good idea, I'm pretty sure bad habits can creep in easily and also ways and means change over time. It's not like failing would void your licence. ,👍😀
Just a little story about the Driving Examiner (as you mentioned in the video of the chat level) on my second test. Around 15 minutes into my test I was making a very sharp left turn into a road (Nearly a U turn!), as I was turning into the road a car full or lads around my age (at the time) had noticed me having my test and they decided to take part by driving behind me contantly beeping, jeering out the window, overtaking, braking in front of me and generally being a nuisance. My test continued all through this all the way back to the test centre (Runcorn to Widnes). I honestly thought I was doomed to fail as this was the worst thing to happen and it was also my second test. The examiner had not said much and had kept giving me directions and the manoeuvres (even stopping for a short time to wait for them to pass/continue). As I Nervously entered the test centre I bunny hopped the car into one of the parking bays from the other side of the entrance, so this also added to my doubt of passing this nightmare of a test. Upon stopping, the Examiner asked me to turn off the enginer and he then talked me through the faults of the driving exam. He asked me if I knew those occupants of the car and I replied "no.. He stated that I had done extremely well under that extra pressure and the bunny hopping of the car in the test centre was to be expected due to my nerves and the "idiots" that had followed us and that he was pleased to inform me that I had indeed passed the driving test. It was a great feeling and a huge relief and maybe the "idiots" had helped me pass by trying to ignore them and drive as safe as I could.
Been driving near 11 years and just enjoy watching these videos and learning again . Good vids !
Oblivion ?
12:28 it doesnt take much to make a grown man cry
Massive respect for not crying or reacting
She has more balls than I did at that age. I’d never let anybody see me driving during my practise let alone record it. Well done! That license will be yours before you get it.
I passed yesterday at Norris Green! My instructor was great and always reminded me that this is a test of safety, not speed. Always slow everything down once your signal is on and get it right, there’s no rush!
Thank you Beth for allowing us to see this! Good luck with your test if you’ve not already done it!
Nicely done Beth!! Didn't realize the driving test in the UK was so rigorous, here in California it was a quick fifteen-minute trip around a neighborhood.
And you dont have such complex road layouts as the uk, I understand roundabouts are a rarity in the usa, and it's mostly "grid systems" in most usa cities
In India it's done on a small private circuit with no other cars and takes about 5 minutes! 🤣
We've probably got the most comprehensive test in the world. Not only is the test fairly strict compared to other countries but there are other aspects too. They now need to identify parts of the car under the bonnet as part of the test and before even taking your test you have a theory test with hazard perception test too.
@@chrissambrook84 I know that most other European countries have similarly scrutinizing tests too but in the US and other parts of the world they are far simpler.
@@chrissambrook84 same as in Sweden..
She did really well. I failed my mock test but I felt it was a great way to see where I'm at and what I needed to improve . I failed my first driving test but went on to pass the second time with no minors!! This was 10 years ago now, a few years ago I did some refresher lessons to brush up on my skills
What a fabulous video! I've been driving for over 30 years now and picking up very good pointers to stay on top of my driving. And I'm sure this video must help anyone who is taking lessons and getting up to their test. Fair play to Beth for allowing this video to be made. I will watch the follow up lesson tomorrow. Great stuff!
To help using mirrors, I was taught to always note what colour the vehicle was directly behind me, the next one behind that and the one in the next lane (if there was one). I was also frequently asked what the last road sign we passed was.
Thank you to both of you for the ride along. Beth, you did a splendid job considering the pressure you must have felt. Good luck on your test.(You've probably already taken it since I'm watching this quite a bit later than your video.) Thank you, Ashley for the enjoyable vids. I'm 68 yrs old, drive on the right side, and have NO IDEA why I find British Diiving vids so interesting.....maybe it's because it's like you taking me on a tour of some place I'll never see in person.
She drives quite well. It’s really funny to see how different these driving tests are between countries..even European. Here in Portugal we focus much more on the maneuvers side of things, if I recall correctly (it’s been 10 years) there are at least 3 mandatory maneuvers: 3-point turn, reverse parallel parking and reversing around a corner, plus all the driving along like you showed on this video.
We are also not allowed to put the car in neutral when stopped (foot on the brake and in the clutch - which makes no sense...), if you just "kiss" the kerb you fail right there, and they are a bit obsessed by the hand positioning in the steering wheel.
Nice videos!
Well done Beth. Good - You drive in a positive and relaxed manner, know your gears and control the car very well. You also position the car in the road well and have reasonable awareness. Just remember Mirror, Signal, Manoeuvre and you will fly through the real test. Best of luck.
So when can we expect a DGN and Ashley collab?
I never thought of that 😆 and i watch both channels religiously.
Ashley does a mock test on DGNs channel and vice versa :D
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Maybe a collaboration with Learn To Drive Travis, although he’s based in Milton Keynes so maybe might be a bit too far.
I was thinking exactly the same thing! I watch both driving instructors too, all of their videos! They both have a lot of skill and teach their learners to a high standard. I feel like Pin's humour and Ashley's approachable personality would make for a cool video.
question about the box junction on the bridge. How would you know if your exit is clear if u can't see over the bridge?
You don't! Keep watching for a video upload soon 👍🏼
I drive like Beth and I'm still learning :D It gives me hope though because I can see and identify where my weaknesses are and being able to objectively watch someone drive shows me where and how I can improve. Well done to Beth regardless and being filmed cannot be an easy thing to have on top as well!
Ashley, you're a boss and arguably one of the best driving instructors on this platform. Keep up the stellar work :)
Firstly, what a good drive from Beth who was very brave to allow herself to be recorded in this way! It shows that she has the potential to become a good driver, just a few easily fixed issues and she looks like she'll breeze through her test.
Ashley, thanks for your great video and upload ; it's the first time I've viewed any so I'll be keeping an eye out from time to time. I'm a little envious as for several years, I trained as an ADI on and off ( as time and finances allowed) had several tests, various passes/fails, and to cut a long story short, got as far as my 3rd attempt at Pt3, where nerves ABSOLUTELY did me in so badly that I was barely able to give my briefing to my 'pupil' and terminated my test within 15 minutes 😢 I've since given up on my ambition for now; MAYBE one day I'll give it another go as I would love to teach exactly like you do!
Keep up the great work..all the best !
Ps..good luck for your test when you take it Beth!👍👊
Im from Croatia, been driving for a while but find this kind of videos relaxing and enjoyable, especialy Ashleys.
But one thing I found very curious is the practice of encuraging new drivers to indicate only when they think they should. We are thought to indicate every time we are changing lanes, turning etc. no matter if we are alone on the road or if we are on a crowded multilane avenue. And imo its better to get new drivers in habbit of indicating than encouraging them from the get go to become BMW drivers (joke).
Love the content tho, its super interesting and Ashley is the calmest instructor on the planet.
Thanks Ashley & Beth that video is really helpful for the pupils and instructors as well.
From time to time Beth keeps her hand on a gear stick (35:07 for around 20 seconds). Isn’t it a driving fault?
Having your windows open allows you to hear your surroundings to a more intense degree including sirens, car horns, other vehicles sound equipment, verbal warnings, and road noise from the tyres of approaching vehicles sometimes before you can even see the source of the noise, you're also in a position to give immediate hand signals if the windows low enough and it allows other road users to be able to see which way your looking more clearly on approach, adds ljfe to the car and gives more confidence in others to let you out.
Been driving 58 yrs. Very keen on safe driving so love these
Beth was brilliant !
I would feel safe as a passenger in her car.
And believe me that is the highest praise ever.
Aah bless her, she did well and I look forward to seeing the video where she corrects the mirror mistakes. Good for her for allowing you to post this. It’s amazing how many people do not check their mirrors before manoeuvring. I hope she passed her test 😄
Love seeing mock tests, and now my favourite instructor is doing them 👍
Big up to Beth for allowing us to sit in on her mock test. Having driven 35 years, I'm not sure how I would have fared in that pressured situation.
What does the tattoo say on your right arm say? I can never read it.
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Hello, Ashley, I would like to ask a question regarding mirrors.
You, as an instructor, have two mirrors in the cabin, don't you? Why don't you have mirrors outside your car like some do? And what is the purpose of the second mirror in the cabin? Is it aimed to the offside?
Thanks for the video and for your patience!
Artem
Hi Artem. The two mirrors I have on the inside of the car are an interior mirror for a rear view (near the centre of the windscreen), and an eyeball mirror (to the left) that I use to see where the pupils eyes are pointing, which is impossible from my seating position sat further back. I have in the past had an supplementary mirror on the left exterior mirror which helps eliminate my blindspot to the left. However, I find it's not required in my current car because of the size of the mirrors. I can lean a little forward to cover all the area I need to see. As always an excellent question! 👏🏻
@@ashley_neal thank you so much for answering. It is very helpful! 👍
I love these type of videos, mock tests of pupils either learners or PDI'S don't bother me. She is a good driver and I look forward to watching the follow up video next week
“I’m now going into role play as an examiner” that’s something I always said before the mock test starts, sometimes with a hi viz vest!
Very interesting comments regarding the bit where Beth is in queing traffic and Ashley is commenting about appreciating other road users space. Links back to another video about a pupil and Ashley going through an amber light and with Ashley discussing how dash cams can distort the image ie making it look further away than it actually is. On the camera with the mock test, the space looks ample but probably isn't in reality to allow buses, lorries emergency vehicles etc.
I'm preparing for my advanced driving test so watching this with a completely different mindset 😅 but it's actually super helpful and I'd say she's pretty confident, I think she'll easily pass ☺️ great video as always
@Riding On MT oh awesome!!! I only just got my CBT but would love to go further one day, massive luck to you! ☺️ I have a run every fortnight so looking to be a few months from now after we had the long lockdown break. What about you? Did you literally just start? If so, don't forget to live and breathe IPSGA! Haha 🤣
Could tell that Audi driver at 9:18 was desperately looking for an overtake
Some say after waving goodbye to the camera, Ashley checked the passenger side mirror and over his shoulder before exiting the vehicle, walked around the front of the car to open Beth's door like a true gentleman, waited for Beth to exit the vehicle, said goodbye, then promptly shot her for failing the mock test on camera.
Generally very good.
Not sure about resting the hand on the gear shifter.
Didn’t notice 3rd gear was an issue on the roundabout.
Main thing was the mirrors.
Try pretending your driving a van & you have to keep checking mirrors + blind spots.
Beth this is what ash does he trains you to be better than the test so if you fall back a little you will still sail through hopefully 🙌🏻
You’re not wrong Danny! You remember my moans well 😂
@@ashley_neal it’s hard going ash but it really works ! I appreciated it mate , looking forward to the next episode 🙌🏻
Audi behind Beth near start goes into right hand lane at the lights just to filter in front of a learner (approx 10 minutes 40 seconds in)!
Back in the day, my instructor did a fair few mock tests with me and I always remember her saying something like, "Don't even glance at me or your examiner when we write or mark anything down. In that split second you're worrying about what you might have done wrong a couple of seconds ago, your focus is taken away from the road and you could end up rear-ending someone or even hitting a pedestrian. It can be lethal to focus on anything that's not your driving and surroundings."
Well done Beth solid performance - wish you the best of luck for when you do your real test!
Question for you Ashely: Is it okay to use 3rd gear on roundabouts on your test if you have good visibility and are 100% sure and if the roundabout is appropriate for 3rd gear or do examiners mark that as a fault?
Of course! Poor instructors often tell students that it's 2nd gear for everything.
If everyone drove like that, the streets would be a dream. Too many people treat the road like a battle ground. All of the negative human trails are magnified in cars. Impatience, selfishness, dominance, total disregard for others lives - despite what the James Bond title - the real phrase is; ‘live and let live’.
Are they still asking to follow signs? I thought that had been replaced by following the sat nav. Am I wrong?
I can imagine Ashley eventually being triggered about the mirror check faults and after the test he's just standing at the side of his mirrors with a tensed flat palmed hand underneath going "see this? MIRRORS!"
Humour aside she is good, she just needs them mirrors checked before signalling. A small improvement👌
Please do more mock tests they're brill and very helpful
Beth was also putting her handbrake on after going into neutral. Is that not a fault?
Is it still the case that three minor faults in the same category turn into a major fault or am I misremembering that?
Hi Ashley, these driving skills are great, me and my mom are learning how to drive some day and I'm still looking forward! I enjoy going in taxis and vehicles especially in the front seat.
Nice driving (even though you're not driving in this one) and stay safe 👍
Curious question Ashley. Can you review footage of a pupil on their test using your car and camera's?
How would i go about getting a mock test with you ashley? Had a bucket load of lessons already, test isnt till october unfortunately🤣 just wondering thats all. Great video as always 😄👌
Well done Beth you did really well. Ashley how is Erin doing with her driving lessons any updates please?
He has her test coming up shortly. I'm hoping to be there on the day if it's possible!
47:22 So when changing lane, if there is no car behine, there is no need to signal?
That looked like a really good drive :) Beth has the mind of a full licence holder she just needs to get passed the final hurdle... test day!!
Great effort, everyday is a learning day. Also, maybe don't rest your wrist on the gearstick as it can put pressure on the gearbox too and cause excess wear over time :) Another very informative video. I've started to share these with people I know learning as your explanations and videos seem to help them not only correct issues but also understand them
- She's A Good Driver, Really Nice With The Clutch. Didn't Stall Once !!
She should have said tell me the fault as she made them , would have saved 10 of them 😂
This never gives a true reflection though!
@@ashley_neal true . As you say a few minor adjustments and she is onto a winner 😌
I am driving for almost 30 years.
Wonder what bad habits I have learned myself.
How come kerbing your wheels isn't a driver fault, but touching the kerb with your tyre at a very slow speed, such as when parallel parking is?
It's not a driver fault for just touching a kerb.
Great video, i think the click of your pen Ashley would set my nerves going lol
Hey Beth don’t get down hearted you can do it you will do it we have all been there 👍.
How is Erin getting on? Did she do her test?
It's coming up soon!
You'll probably be horrified but I'm sure I had a very small amount of cannabis before my test. I passed first time with 2 minors (I missed a blindspot check and I drove too cautiously down a narrow residential area which got marked as a hesitation).
I've just seen a ferry sign. Is that Gerry's Ferry 'Cross The Mersey?
47:22 - I passed my test almost 20 years ago, and this is one of those pieces of advice that my instructor gave me that has really stuck.
I see so many people blindly indicating, but then obviously displaying a lack of situational awareness by not noticing a pedestrian or a car pulling out of a junction. Also, as a pedestrian, when you're waiting to cross, but the car is turning off before they get to you anyway, without indicating.
Thanks for your videos, and thanks to Beth for letting you record these. As others have said, she's clearly an excellent driver.
for the few lessons she has had, she drove pretty well.
Just need to polish off the rough edges and she can request her exam.
The bus lane at 23:10 is that ok to drive in at certain times then, I didn't see the sign on my phone screen.
No sign, no bus lane!
@@ashley_neal oh! The words on the road had me I suppose 😁 I would have thought it was a bus lane an avoided it. Cheers boss 😀
In a moment of stupidity Liverpool's Mayor decided to curry favour with motorists and bugger up public transport by abolishing most of the bus lanes. The road signs have gone, so the road markings aren't legal.
@@davidjones332 I see yes, I didn't know that if there wasn't a sign it "isn't there", I also thought maybe I missed it peering at phone screen. 😁👍
My first tester didn't speak whatsoever. I had 6 minors and a major, all mirrors.
The second tester made small talk. I had one minor, which I think I got in the last 30 seconds of the test, as I did a reverse bay park.
A bit of small talk is probably beneficial for the nervous people.
Certainly. It helps put you at ease if the person next to you is just a nice person, instead of the mean examiner who keeps writing stuff down. I'm not much of a talker myself, but even I would prefer a talker in situations like that.
i disagree with "if nobody is there youdont need indicators" first, form habits make it easier to drive, so always use indicators. second, you may not see someone coming. personally, first put out the indicator, then look, then change lane or turn. its better to show potential people coming that youre thinking of changing lanes than getting stuck because theres always someone coming. its indicating the intent, not the action
Absolutely not. It's better to look and observe rather than just using your hand for an indicator. If you don't use an indicator your inconvenience someone, if you don't look you'll kill someone.
Well driven Beth. You could tell you were nervous but you still did well, just remember those mirrors 😏🚙
Beth as Ashley said you drive very well & I seconded that, just remember before you do anything check your mirrors and you will sale through the test good luck. 👍😁🚗
23:11 Isn't it a bus lane??
I need to sign up for one of these!
Are you in Liverpool?
@@ashley_neal I wish, but happy to travel :)
So being a rather nosey person can be quite advantageous to driving safely.
What's the weight limit for the bridge on orrell lane ??
7.5t
@@ollieb9875 that skip wagon was a 18t gross so would be over 7.5t unladen .
@@dennisphoenix1 You're talking about the one with the yellow box junction and traffic lights that looked like a bit of a nightmare yeah? The round sign just before the bridge has a lorry on with 7.5t written on, you can see it on street view 😁 🍻
@@ollieb9875 yes that's the one . I thought it was a weak bridge. So the skip driver was ignoring the signs
There is also a sign from the other side, so the skip lorry had no excuse 👍🏼
Did she indicate when starting from a parked position or when she passed the first parked car ?? Or are these no necessary
A signal is like “excuse me”. If no one’s there it’s not required 👍🏼 Good drivers spot this rather than putting a signal on routinely
@@ashley_neal I thought it would be a requirement on test .
To not rely on observation and to signal regardless? Don’t think so! Thanks for asking 👍🏼
@@ashley_neal I passed my test 30 years ago so things might have changed 😌
@@dennisphoenix1
I passed my test 50 years ago. Was then as Ashley says now, you have to observe your surroundings, and apply your indicators as necessary. No other road users or pedestrians then no need to signal.🙂
I felt her nerves, but yes, Beth is a good driver overall.
Another first to comment with nothing to say
I'm wondering what to do with my "medal" collection
Nothing constructive to add as the video/analysis says it all 👍
I hated taking my test, ended up in a row in the car with the tester. He told me to turn right when it was a split lane road, but when he told me I would have had to cross chevron marking to get where he wanted to be. I refused and went straight on, you should only enter them if you REALLY need to, I did not need to. He then spent the entire rest of the testing trying to find anything to fail me. I passed though, when I spoke to my instructer the guy (tester) was known for being a bit of a dick.
ok, i'm getting a headache watching this, front cam view would be more natural at the top. Or is it just me?
Well done Beth, not bad at all...
I'm thinking the rear view on top as it is, I look at it as glancing UP and checking your rear view mirror. But then, that's just me.
I have a question about wearing a mask while you're driving.
Is it not a safety concern, when breathing in your own carbon dioxide, as well as being a major distraction for the driver?
Why is she driving in the bus lane 23:15?
Could be a time restricted bus lane? Only in force at certain hours
Make a video of driving in 🇮🇳
42:50 I think I can see her logic here though,
I think you were being too kind during this mock test tbh Ashley. Beth's lack of mirror useage would have become a serious on the test a long time before the actual serious for lack of mirror checks when moving back to the left on Walton Vale. Once she gets that sorted out she'll be fine though. Also, it's not a big deal but you might want to nip the habit of her resting on the gear stick in the bud before she starts doing it while moving. It's not causing any damage in neutral but the synchros in the gearbox can get worn if the gear stick is used as a rest while moving
I think that was a good drive Beth In challenging conditions. If you came down to where I live in Salisbury you would blitz the test. If pupils who were trained in Salisbury came up to Liverpool I feel not one of them could pass in those conditions and I’m not joking. Down here a test and training consists of a driver on country roads, lanes and none of that intense traffic work, well just a few minutes of it. What I always notice about mirror work, it is a barometer of confidence. The more confident you are the more time you have to use your mirrors and plan. Ashley is right you have very little to put right as most of your mistakes were in just one area. I noted you were using your mirrors in general drive but when you were asked to do something it broke into your concentration that’s when the mirror work went. Believe Ashley you are that good just need more confidence and to relax and don’t judge yourself that’s Ashley’s and examiners job.
She’s a relatively confident vehicle operator - just needs to do the easy bits
"You know who I am !" 😅😃😂😢😃😂😅😃😂😢😃😂
Great videos Ashley! Wish you were my instructor!
39:20 needs looking into by the council. That's just stupid that set up. No wonder is conjested
Fabulous.
Maybe if you get an electric shock off the indicator if you fail to look in the mirrors first might work wonders 😁😂😃😂😁😃😂😁😃😂😁😃
Build those neck muscles with those mirrors, those neck muscles hardly seemed to be doing any work at all 😃😂😅
Nice driving
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7:37 hehehehehe hey lois
She did good and at least she doesn't have the nasty fault to fix, hesitancy.
And 90% of the mirror thing will be thrown out the window once she passes her test.
MSM Mirror Signal Manoeuvre CMSBGA Can My Safety Be Given Away....Course Mirror Signal Brake Gear Accelerator...plan the intended course first.
WAVE BETH