Beltsville MVA Driving Test - Closed Course & Public Road
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 เม.ย. 2018
- This is dash cam footage of my driving test. I passed on my first attempt.
Here's a map of the route: drive.google.com/open?id=1Gi8...
I watched this video and practiced the route: • Maryland MVA Driving T... (Thanks John)
Check out his other videos if you're doing your test in a different location.
Tips:
If you go to the MVA on a Sunday you can practice on the closed course. (You might even see other drivers using their own cones.) *EDIT: This may no longer be the case. On Sunday August 26th 2018 the closed course was blocked off. (Reported by user 'Dorky McThuggerson')
Let the examiner see you adjusting your mirrors.
Make sure that both you and the examiner are buckled in before starting the engine.
Always use your turn signals, even on the closed course.
Make sure you come to a complete stop at every stop sign, and before turning right on red.
Stop at pedestrian crossings if people are trying to cross. (There's one in the MVA parking lot)
Stay within 5 MPH of the speed limit, do not break it.
Check your mirrors after turning into a new road.
Check your mirrors every 10 seconds.
Exaggerate your head checks.
When changing lanes, check your mirrors, signal, then check your blind spot.
Make a mental note of any signs you pass.
Maintain a good following distance.
Stay in your lane.
Drive smoothly.
Never take both hands off the wheel.
When the examiner tells you to park, use the parking brake.
Good luck!
watched this a bunch a times . passed on the first try on 06/11/24 course was the same as video . don’t be nervous it’s easy you will be fine !
Congratulations! Thanks for confirming it's still the same.
yo lo are el 10 de agosto
The route is still the same. I took my test there last week and passed. Thank you so much! :)
Congrats! :)
Thanks for confirming that the route is still the same.
Do you think it’s still the same, I’m taking my test on June 4th.
Tiffany Chester I’m sorry for the late response.
Did you pass?
They still doing the test in the public road too?
I just did my road exam and passed!!!! It was very easy despite being nervous!! It’s the exact course. If you’re a nervous wreck like me and want to pass then go to Beltsville. The instructors can be a little too serious but I had a great one. At first she was a little serious and gave me two warnings (I turned too slow on my left turns) and I relaxed after she said “that’s better” after I did it a bit faster on a right turn. We then started a convo until I got back because I don’t like silence. I think it’s best to start a convo even if the instructor remains silent. It helps you feel more at ease. The course was really easy and short!!!
Did you practice 60 hours and did they check???
@Ania Jay ok thanks
Just passed today, easy day! Thanks man, this video really helped me avoid speeding, seems like the roads are barely marked with speed limits around there. Don’t Palm the steering wheel and don’t look backwards before the car is in reverse, relax! Do not be offended if the evaluator is a bit rude either
Binged watched this video the night & 10 mins before my test it’s exactly the same thing as the video! I passed & I had a nice instructor , she knew I was nervous and started to make me feel comfortable and I shared a laugh with her , don’t always take what people say about Beltsville (if your instructor has a tattoo on her left fist she’s the nice one)
Where Did You Have To Stop When The Instructor told you to drive into course 1??
@@mooch301tv1 they’re going to be in the car with you now do exactly what they tell you to do
I’m taking it in 2 days. Is it still the same route? I was reading all the comments on yelp about this MVA and they are all bad so I’m nervous🥹
@@chris03661 everything in this video is exactly how your test is going to be.. unfortunately I’ve experienced one bad instructor and it’s the same exact man that everyone is complaining about in all the comments hes about 5”9 Spanish medium build maybe late 40s he is very mean very condescending and have a bad attitude and smart mouth he intimated me so bad I told management if they give him to me again I will call corporate.,everybody else was ok there’s a thick girl there light skin with eyelashes I hope you get her she was very very nice she actually passed me
Thank you so much for the video! Just passed on Wednesday.
Thanks for the video, helped me to prepare well for the road test.
Passed on first try thanks to this awesome video! THANKS
I passed the test thanks your video helped me out alot...the first time i fail, but this time i beat the roads up like rocky lol my constructor this time was much cool and easy going..so that help me out alot not to be so nerves and drive..for the ppl that going up to take their road test try to inhale exhale cause it works...to make it more easy for you spark up a conversation up with your constructor cause that helps out alot from getting nerves..good luck people!!!!
Congrats! I'm glad you passed! Thanks for the tips.
Your video helped me pass the first time 😅 thanks so much!
Congratulations! :)
I passed y'all. When you're driving on the main road after you make the laugh at the light, focus on the signs on your right hand side. She asked me 3 times what the signs were after we pass them and I couldn't remember and I got all three wrong. But I still passed, that's the only spot I messed up at
Congratulations! :)
I’m surprised they asked you three times. My examiner only asked me once. At 11:16 i had to tell them what speed limit sign we had just passed.
★ Roller ★ yea 3. I thought i was gonna fail bc i didnt know any of them. Maybe she was giving me chances bc i kept getting it wrong.
I passed the test yesterday on my first attempt!! Well last week i had to go twice the first my insurance card in my car was expired and the 2nd time my right headlight was not working so i couldn’t take the test but yesterday i passed on the 1st attempt basically. My instructor was this older white man he was very nice, as long as you always use ur turn signals, complete stop at every sign/light and check ur mirrors when switching lanes ur good.
Hi is this the same route?
Congratulations!
@@MedtekJoyceeee Yes this is the exact same route the examiner had me pull into course #2 for the reverse parking. i was only nervous until he said i did perfect on the reverse parking and got no points after that i was cruising.
@@Roller-D thank you
I wana ask that while you performed reverse parking were the instructor and accompanied driver in the car with you?
This video was so helpful! I passed my test today, I was so nervous for the reverse parking but it wasn't bad at all
How was the reverse parking, I have my driving test on Monday
How do you manage your speed correctly because I’m scared that I’m going to go five under or over also do you think the course is the same and I know this is too much but was the test easy and if so what was the hardest part
Practice! Seriously, keep practicing the course until you feel 100% comfortable.
Users have commented as recently as one month ago stating that the course was still the same, so i’m pretty sure it is.
If you’ve practiced enough you will have memorized the speed limit of each road. To manage your speed, when you’re about to reach the limit, slow down just a little bit and check your speedometer periodically to make sure you don’t go over the limit. When practicing, learn how to maintain a constant speed by slightly adjusting the pressure applied to the accelerator pedal, and by listening to your car’s engine.
In my opinion the test was easy, but i had practiced a lot and was relaxed. I think that’s one of the most important things, staying relaxed. Try to pretend it’s just another practice run, and ignore that clipboard wielding stranger.
If i had to choose the hardest part, it would probably be the two-point turn. It really isn’t that hard though, as long as you’ve practiced enough and stay relaxed.
★ Roller ★ Thank you so much it was the same route and I passed it was easy and the relax advice was great thank you so much
@@Nkunim Congratulations! :)
Thanks very much for this video, i studied the route and aced my drivers test today!
Congratulations! :)
You deserve a beer anytime i see ya!
Thank you for the video, I passed on my first try last week.
What is the speed limit on the main road thanks
Hello everyone 😀😀 I just passed my test today at beltsville .. it was my first time.. am so happy 😁
Is it a closed course? Or do they take you on the road? I have mine next week in beltsville and am wondering 🤔
@@gabym9903 No they didn’t take me on the road.. the driving test is in 3 parts : ( front parking- back up parking AND The three-point turn ).. everything is done right on the site.. once you complete all the 3 parts without hitting a pole, you pass .. it’s very easy .. just be calm and follow properly instructions and u will be fine.
@@elfidel6755 thank youuuu, have my test tomorrow hopefully i pass 😫
@@gabym9903 you will pass .. stay calm and don’t panic.. the most important follow instructions, don’t do anything without the instructor ask you..
@@elfidel6755 You should add that the beltsville location has rude ass employees
Awful examiners 😂 They scream at you, treat you like shit. Mine was a lady, but she never told me her name. I asked her not to scream at me (very respectfully), told her that it was not neccesary because I speak english (even if I'm latina), and she was absolutely ofended! and whisper the rest of the instructions. I told her "thanks" and she replied "you're not welcome". At the end I just asked her why the attitude? and she almost cry in rage... was really fun to watch her so mad. I did not pass because she told me to return to the MVA, and I did not remember the address.... so that was unfair, and probably not legal. But oh well... I will do it again, not big deal.
Oh no sorry this happened to you I to had to deal with some very rude instructors but endup getting a very nice one at the end did you endup going back and passing??
Hello! Thank you so much I passed my test today.
This is weird i was there 5 days ago also i fail tho :(
@@krazycarlos7 I'm sorry!! But you can try again, could I know why'd you fail?
passed my test today…this was really helpful!!!!!💯💯
Congratulations!
is the test still that same as this video?
@@Parzival424 yeah you just do the reverse part and then they take you on the road….it’s only about 10 minutes in total, make sure you got your turn signals on💪🏽
@@StayFlexin14 thank you
@@rasaq301 did you take it and did you pass???
I took my test there and passed!! course is exactly the same and super easy
Hey man thx for the tips and the vid. Passed the test. 🚨🚘🤣
I just passed my road test. Thanks to your video. I was asked to use this exact red flag cone
Congratulations! :)
The first yellow line? No, i went over that line and stopped in the yellow corner. You might stop in a slightly different position depending on the length of your car.
Aisha Ipadeola yes.
Aisha Ipadeola the one at the corner drawn like a square
PASSED!!! LADY WAS SO NICE!!
Yes . I passed my test on my first try .thank u
Thank you for share this video
Just passed my test here - the closed course and open road routes were exactly what was shown in the video!
Congratulations!
Thanks for confirming it's still the same.
So no three point turn?
@@FallenVexify Nope! That was only part of the test when COVID was really bad.
@@rowan4301 I take my test on the 26th and I see a lot of people was talking about the three point turn but thanks
We’re the people nice ? I’ve heard they’re completely jerks
This is helpful. One question, is there any advantage in whiteoak over Beltsville like wide spaces for parking?
I’m taking my road test on January 2nd (that Thursday) at this location and i just want you to know I’ll be watching this video 3 times a day until then! Thank you so much for uploading this 🙏🏾 Wish me luck :)
Edit: I passed! The route was exactly the same and even though i was super nervous, i was able to make it through with the info i got from this video! Thanks a bunch 😁
Trey M how’d it go? i hope you passed
Kirubell Haha appreciate it friend! So update: I wasn’t allowed to take the test on that Thursday because there was a single day of diving school i had missed (embarrassingly enough lol)
So before I’m even allowed to take it, I’ll have to complete my final class on the 18th of January. I’m gonna schedule my test for that following week :) Thanks again for the encouragement and I’ll be back in a couple weeks for another update!
Trey M I’m taking mine today bro! I’ll let you know if it’s the same
Trey M update: I couldn’t take it today cuz my insurance card was expired... also another update: mood went from happy to mad in 3 seconds
Taking mine tomorrow, wish me luck!
Oh yea I passed first try 🤑🤑
Am so nervous, my test is on Monday and taking it in Beltsville. Watched this video like a 100 times lol
Can I go inside the test area without the appointment just for training ? Or this is the exam-only area? I just want to get familiar to the route.
That's the place I've been before while I was doing a permit exam, and Michelle passed the driver's test for the first time.
So do they take you on the road cause i failed My test in 10 sec :( for not making a stop sign
Cynthia Thomas
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I PASSED MY TEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! this video was very helpful. the road test was the same as the video. I was so nervous the instructor did ask me about the road signs i wasn't really paying attention i missed 3 of them. i was just so focus on trying to pass my test. the 2 point was so easy i was scared i wasn't going to make it in right but i did it in 1 turn. and one thing that was really pissing me off was that the instructor was on the phone testing and talking on the phone i had to tell her it was very unprofessional and she needed to get off the phone because i couldn't focus. Other then that everything went very smooth.
Congrats ms beautiful is good that u pass..the last time that I took the test I fell😤 well my story is something similar to ur story. but whats different from our story is ur instructor was on the phone & my instructor was rushing me & his breath was stinking 🤣😂🤣😂 that's why I think that I failed my test cuz he kept blowing that hot shit out of his mouth into my face😂😂😂😂 I stopped and rolled twice at the stop sign🤦♂️ shhhhhhhh!!!!!! So now I have a schedule day for Monday 26th ..I should be good cuz this is the easiest road test I had took so far...i did everything rite into I got til the end🤔so beautiful Cynthia I hope that u enjoyed alil bit of my story so wish me sum luck🙏🙏
Congratulations! :)
I can’t believe your examiner was talking on their phone. That’s incredibly unprofessional and should not be allowed.
@@rahshanpaige8581 GOOD LUCK I HOPE YOU PASS!!!!!!!!!!
I passed and thanks
AfricannBeauty wow 😮
Wish me luck today my 2nd Test is today. I failed the two point turn on my 1st attempt
Taking my test tomorrow, I pray and hope i pass.
Did you pass? I hope you did! Is it still the same thing as the video?
@@julianasouza4572 update: I passed my test on first attempt
Yes I did.
Same as the video
Excuse me, but to do reverse parking, do I have to put my right hand behind the passenger seat? I have my exam in 2 weeks and I would like to know that.
I have a quick question. When you’re parking, can u adjust yourself? For example, you clearly see you’re gonna hit the cone, can you move forward and then back again?
Yes, you’re allowed to drive forward and adjust if needed.
★ Roller ★ lol I took it before u sent it to me. Thank you tho! I passed:))))
@@mxdridsta1262 Congrats. :)
hi!! super nervous about taking my test next month, so i have a few questions, do you have any advice at all for the test at this location?, was it an easy flow?, also do you have any advice on the reverse parking? and this might be a dumb question lol but how should i approach the right red light turn? should i make the right turn at the red light or should i wait till the lights green? also during the test does the instructor ask any questions for example “what sign did you just pass?” - Thank you
My advice is to keep practicing the course until you feel 100% comfortable, and then you’ll be able to relax during the test because you know exactly what you’re doing. If you practice enough and stay relaxed, it’ll be easy.
Here’s what I did for the reverse parking:
When I stopped the car at 1:30 I could see the front-left cone through the rear passenger window. When I started reversing I immediately turned the wheel about 3/4 of the way, then I used the right side mirror to aim the side of the car towards the front-left cone, adjusting the wheel slightly when needed. When I got close to that cone, I could then see the front-right cone in my left side mirror. I used both side mirrors to direct the car between the cones, and then I continued to reverse until the front of the car had cleared the cones.
Try not to reverse too far. If you hit the curb you’ll fail.
Remember to check your mirrors and blind spots during this maneuver, so your examiner can see you’re aware of your surroundings.
If your car has a backup camera, use it! The MVA will allow this but you’ll still have to check your mirrors and blind spots.
If your car doesn’t have a backup camera you might want to use some blind spot mirrors, like I do. They’re cheap and can be very useful during your test, including the two-point turn.
You're allowed to turn right on red unless there's a sign saying otherwise. Just remember to come to a complete stop at the line before turning.
They only asked me about one sign. At 11:16 I had to tell them what speed limit sign we had just passed. Another user said they were asked about 3 signs. So it’s a good idea to memorize the signs while you’re practicing.
Good information, but did you mention the camera, can I use it in the exam or is it a mistake to use it?
The car i used does not have a backup camera. They will allow you to use a backup camera during the test but you must still check your mirrors and blind spots. Here's what the MVA has to say about this: "Even though the MVA will permit the use of a back-up camera or an audio back-up warning device during testing, the driver must continue to observe traffic and use the vehicle's mirrors, properly. You will be scored on the requirements and criteria of the skills test and backing a motor vehicle requires skill and good judgment. Therefore, an individual should not rely solely on the use of back-up equipment. Using mirrors, observing traffic, and looking over your shoulders are some of the proper precautions to safely back up your vehicle." Source: www.mva.maryland.gov/about-mva/info/26300/26300-28T.htm
Failed my first attempt on the COVID close circuit and the instructor told me I stopped on "curb lines", are we supposed to drive over the yellow crossed lines before the last STOP sign (before end of test) or steer away from them? Extremely confused please someone answer me my test is this week, thank you
Driving over a curb will result in an automatic failure, even if it’s just a line representing a curb. The yellow crossed lines you’re referring to should be ok, just be careful not to drive over any lines that are representing curbs.
Here’s a video of the current test at Gaithersburg. It has a lot of useful comments from people who passed the test at different MVAs, including Beltsville. th-cam.com/video/S1ePz7Rlm9A/w-d-xo.html
Good luck!
Also for the reversed parking, I usually count 2 parking space from where I want to park, but they only have 3, that's the middle, what can I do in that case?
You’ll have to use a different method. Here’s how i did it. When i stopped the car at 1:30 i could see the front-left cone through the rear passenger window. When i started reversing i immediately turned the wheel about 3/4 of the way, then i used the right side mirror to aim the side of the car towards the front-left cone, adjusting the wheel slightly when needed. When i got close to the cone i used both side mirrors while adjusting the wheel to straighten the car, then i continued to reverse until i could see the cones in front of the car.
Remember to check your mirrors and blind spots during this maneuver, so your examiner can see that you’re aware of your surroundings.
If your car has a backup camera, use it! The MVA will allow this but you’ll still have to check your mirrors and blind spots.
If your car doesn’t have a backup camera you might want to try some blind spot mirrors. They’re cheap and can be very useful during your test, including the two-point turn.
Just did my exam today and this was the exact test and i passed
Thanks for confirming the test is still the same, and congratulations!
@agygy any tips I take mine this Friday
@@joshuablair3804 it’s not hard just remember to not hit the cones and look out the mirror at all times like when you’re switching lanes and reversing, also I recommend going at a earlier time when the road isnt busy the people were nice though
@@Roller-D no problem and thanks!
@@joshuablair3804 also remember to put your turn signals on and turn to the lane closest to you other then that they’ll literally tell you what to do just listen and you’ll be okay
When you doing your two point turn. Do you cut the wheel first , than start reversing ?
No, i waited for the car to start moving before i turned the wheel.
I take my test Monday guys wish me luck🙏🙏
Quick question. When you backed up into the parking spot at 1:38, did fully turn your wheel to the right? Or gradually?
One of my previous replies will answer this question, and you might find the other info useful. Here it is:
“I started signaling to the right at 1:15 and didn't stop until 1:58. When the car entered the marked area at 1:25 I looked through the rear passenger window to see the cones. When I stopped the car at 1:30 I could see the front-left cone through the rear passenger window. When I started reversing, I immediately turned the wheel about 3/4 of the way, then I used the right side mirror to aim the side of the car towards the front-left cone, adjusting the wheel slightly when needed. When I got close to that cone, I could then see the front-right cone in my left side mirror. I used both side mirrors to direct the car between the cones, and then I continued to reverse until the front of the car had cleared the cones.
Try not to reverse too far. If you hit the curb you’ll fail.
Remember to check your mirrors and blind spots during this maneuver, so your examiner can see you’re aware of your surroundings.
If your car has a backup camera, use it! The MVA will allow this but you’ll still have to check your mirrors and blind spots.
If your car doesn’t have a backup camera you might want to use some blind spot mirrors, like I do. They’re cheap and can be very useful during your test, including the two-point turn.”
@@Roller-D Thank you!
Excuse me, but to do reverse parking, do I have to put my right hand behind the passenger seat? I have my exam in 2 weeks and I would like to know that.
That’s the MVA I was at last month ago when I pass my permit test
Also i don’t know if anybody asked but what speed limit were you driving at for this test? I can’t find any speed limit signs till near the end and i don’t want to be driving too slow or fast
During the closed course my max speed was somewhere between 5 and 10 MPH. On Baltimore Ave at 7:12 the speed limit is 45 MPH. On Ammendale Road at 8:11 the speed limit is 30 MPH. On Virginia Manor Road at 9:35 the speed limit is 35 MPH. On Baltimore Ave at 11:10 the speed limit is 50 MPH and changes to 45 MPH at 12:05.
@@Roller-D Thank you so much! :) Appreciate it bud
@@sarachai_ This is the only route i'm aware of and i haven't seen any comments saying it was different. :)
I have a question, can I cross the yellow line if I’m trying to back up into the cones as if I’m doing a 45 degree back up
Yes, but you can receive points for crossing over or touching boundary lines.
Taking my test this month. Any tips for the parking part of the test?
Josh Ruley practice alot in parking lots before taking the test, once your doing the parking relax and look in all mirrors. Practice alot and you will pass
i’m so scared that i won’t make it into the cones, is it open for people to go practice on the closed driving course?
There's a chance it might be open if you go on a Sunday. When i was there on the Sunday before my test a lot of people were practicing on the closed course, but some users have left comments saying it was closed for them. If you're going to be practicing this route anyway, try to go on a Sunday and see if it's open. :)
hi, i take my test tomorrow (today) and i just wanted to ask if you are allowed to go forward to adjust yourself if you aren’t perfectly in or do you have to completely go in the space all at once. Also, if we don’t park “perfectly” towards the end, is that a fail? thank you!
ashley wreh as long as u dont hit the cone ur fine but u have to be in between the cones
ashley wreh how did your test go
Jimmy Cortez thank you so much!
Obey Jaee i passed! it’s not as hard as i thought it would be. especially the public road portion. there weren’t many cars and it was quick and easy.
@@theneosworld Congrats! :)
Here’s my late answer your questions:
Yes, you’re allowed to drive forward and adjust if needed. No, you don’t have to park perfectly. You just have to be between the cones and the front of your car must clear the front set of cones. You will fail if you hit a cone, reverse too far and hit the curb, or if you take longer than 3 minutes. My examiner started the 3 minute timer when i stopped the car at 1:31.
When doing the reverse parking are you allowed to look back before reversing to make sure your car is properly aligned?
Yes. :)
@ninjakungfu I started signaling to the right at 1:15 and didn't stop until 1:58. There are some tips for the reverse parking in this comment section that you might find useful. Good luck on your test. :)
I have mine tomorrow, I pray to pass this time 🙏
Taking mine in a few weeks, was the route the same? And what about 3 point turn/K turn? And I hope it went well for you!
Did you pass?
@@sick.wickeddid you pass?
did you pass ?
@@sundaywhite6082
Mine is today. Same. 🙏🏽
Hi, at the stop light (11:05), do you stop completely before turning right on Red? Or just rolling stop?
Well spotted! It definitely felt like i came to a complete stop, if only for a split second, but in the video it looks like i was still rolling slightly. I should’ve stopped for longer to be safe. If you don’t come to a complete stop before turning right on red, it will probably result in an immediate failure.
That's how I failed
if you do a rolling stop, you fail the test.
I take it today and I’m super nervous because my dumbass chose a Friday on rush hour while it’s raining.. the odds are not with me..
Taking mines tm wish me luck..
Yall trust & believe what people are saying….If you going to Beltsville MVA you needa be mentally prepared bcuz the instructors are RUDE AS F*CK! Their intention is to get into your head & throw you off track; I was reading the comments abt that one guy & my terrible luck gave me him, he was a big reason I failed my test his energy is ass but the test is indeed very easy, don’t stress or overthink you got this. Just pray, relax & BREATHE! Best of luck to you all & my 2nd attempt
at 10:50 do you slow down and try to dodge potholes or just maintain speed and stay straight?
I just maintained speed and stayed straight. You can try to avoid potholes as long as you stay in your lane and don't make any sudden movements or swerve.
Im taking my test next week & Im super nervous😩 will they allow you to still take the test if you forget your rookie handbook at home?
I have no experience with the rookie handbook. You'll probably find your answer here: www.reddit.com/r/maryland/comments/40ctr8/lost_rookie_driver_skills_log_and_practice_book/
We went there today and they asked for the rookie handbook. It didn't look like they really checked the hours logged but they did rip out page 26 (Certification for Rookie Drivers) and scanned it. That will need to be filled out and signed by whoever you've been driving with.
I failed my test right now. I did right and reverse park correct but I did not stop on stop sign before going to 3 point😕 so guys when you go for test just make sure u have to stop on stop sign
Do you they still include the road test?
@@kateciamclean1396 yes I just took my today July 12 2023 this is the exact route you will take
Is parking always in front?
I just took my test yesterday and failed 😔 praying next time I’ll get my license.
It’s gonna be more harder now because we have to take on the road
Did you pass it on your next try ?
Hello, I wonder whether we can use the backup camera in this MVA? Thx！
Yes, the MVA allows this, but you still have to check your mirrors and blind spots.
I only have a Suburban do you think that will be too big to test-drive with. All the other vehicles I can use have a light on the dashboard for a check engine or abs. Also on the testing course at the first part what was the speed limit you were going.
I did my test in an Odyssey, which isn’t much smaller than a Suburban.
Odyssey dimensions: 203″ L x 79″ W x 70″ H
Suburban dimensions: 224″ L x 81″ W x 74″ H
I think you’ll be ok. Just make sure you don’t reverse too far during the two-point turn. You might hit the curb with your rear wheels.
I think my max speed during the closed course was somewhere between 5 and 10 MPH.
★ Roller ★ i love you. Thank you for responding so fast. Ive only driven my minivan and the Suburban is such a big bees I'm scared because of how long the back is. I was hoping I could find someone in Laurel to rent their car for the test but no such luck. I'm going to try with the Suburban and then if I fail I'll probably have to rent a vehicle.
Karen The Rebel the minivan I had before this one was a Dodge Caravan. And the Suburban was not like the minivan. I actually passed in a Dodge Caravan the first time in 2005. This is the old school Suburban big huge gurgling Beast
When you turn. Do you use the push pull method or hand over hand method?
Push pull. I'm pretty sure both are acceptable though. Just never use the open palm of your hand to turn the wheel, as stated here: www.mva.maryland.gov/_resources/docs/prepare-for-noncom-driving-test.pdf
★ Roller ★ are you allowed to let the wheel slide back to you after you are done turning?
No. That’s considered not being in full control of the wheel. It’s not an instant fail, but you’ll probably lose points for it.
This is where I went to get my I.D
Wish this video have audio, it will had been more helpful... to me
did you have to check around the car before you started driving?
While i was waiting in line, someone walked around my car and went through the vehicle check list. You can see that on page 2 here: www.mva.maryland.gov/drivers/_docs/Class-C.pdf
Hay te boy
Pronto are mi prueva 🎊 🎉 😎💪🏻🦶🏻
i have watched the clip many and many times, do you know the other road test route in beltsville?
This is the only route i've seen.
i failed the reverse parking so my test was over in like 2 minutes
Same
This was me I failed it 7 times just passed for the first time today
Sorry one more question :-) are you sure on Sundays they have it open for us to test?
I’m almost certain. When i was there on a Sunday, there were five other drivers practicing on the closed course and two of them had brought their own cones. I think a lot of people know about it.
★ Roller ★ okay I will go on Sunday. I took the test in 2005 and that wasn't the case. My license expired in 2016 and I renewed it online but when I went in today they said I didn't have a license and that I never renewed it so I have to start all the way over from the beginning. They said if the line isn't long for the driving test then I can take it tomorrow after I take the computerized test. Your description of your video help me to remember the little things of checking everywhere every 5 seconds and blinkers constantly and where to stop. I've been driving so long I forgot those basics. No Palm driving for example.
@@Roller-D Did they recently changed their policy or something? I went there yesterday and the course was blocked off.
Really? That sucks. Yeah, maybe they’ve changed their policy or something. Sorry. :(
It might be worth trying again next Sunday.
Dorky McThuggerson so you’re not allowed to practice on sundays?
i failed at 3:40 because my back bumper hit the cone on the left. how can i make sure this does not happen again? do i move up further or what?
Try making a slightly wider turn and get a little closer to the yellow curb.
@@Roller-D okay thank you! did the instructor look at the back of the car as you made the turn because mine did
@@feyisholabajere3714 I can't remember, but they probably did.
update: i passed today!! the tall hispanic guy is super nice! he made me laugh and made conversation with me it was great! not all the instructors here are bad! :)
@@feyisholabajere3714 Congratulations!
My test is Saturday and I’m nervous, must I turn right at all red lights ?
u can turn at a red light only if it doesn't say "no turn on red light"
I passed, I didn’t turn on the red light and the instructor said he glad I didn’t because I would’ve fail, so I waited until it was green . Very confusing because in the manual said I can.
so when u had to turn right at the red light u waited till the light was green then u turned?
@@roxanebinns5027 if they would’ve failed you for turning right on red they could’ve gotten in trouble because the law in Maryland says you can turn right on red long as it’s clear and as long as your permitted too
Did they check your car's registration and insurance before the test?
Yes.
Failed mine in Glen Burnie the other day, only cause at the direct end I bumped into a protruding wall at the reserved parking spot. Otherwise, the instructor said I would've passed. lol
Oh no did you go back and pass ?
There is another route that I have to worry about ? I have my test this coming Thursday.
This is the only route I've seen.
Good luck.
Thank you.
Hi! Do you know how many attempts that we have?
If you fail on your first attempt you can try again the following day, if there’s an appointment available.
If you fail the test a second time, don’t worry. You have as many attempts as you need, but you’ll have to wait at least one week between each attempt.
Source: www.mva.maryland.gov/about-mva/info/26300/26300-28T.htm
At 10:06 did you put your blinker on?
At 10:00, Yes.
What time is the best time to go take the test ? Where there is no one on the road
Some time between 9am and 11am on a weekday would be good. Most people are at work or school and it's before lunch time. Keep in mind that the scheduled time of your test might not be when it actually starts because you'll have to wait in line. So for example, if you want your test to start at 10am i suggest scheduling it for 9:30am.
What do you mean by staying within 5 MPH of the speed limit?
If the speed limit is 30 MPH, do not go faster than 30 MPH and try not to go slower than 25 MPH. If the speed limit is 50 MPH, do not go faster than 50 MPH and try not to go slower than 45 MPH. That’s just my recommendation as some people have failed for driving too slow.
Is this the whole test for the Beltsville behind the wheel?
Yes.
Is,that okay to pass on yellow when your making a,right turn to baltimore ave.? Seems,like in the video 13:32
I'm assuming you mean the turn at 11:00. Although it looks a little bit yellow in the video, the light was actually red. You're allowed to turn right on red unless there's a sign saying otherwise.
11:04, it was a red light right? whyd you turn without it turning green?
Unless there’s a sign saying “NO TURN ON RED”, you’re allowed to turn right on red after stopping at the line and checking that it’s safe to turn.
@@Roller-Dthanks! I’ve got my test tomorrow, any other things we need to take care of?
@@arorarachit There are some tips in the description of this video, and there's some good information in the comments from other users. Good luck tomorrow.
during the two point turn section, what purpose did those yellow lines serve? (the ones that you drove right up to before reversing)
They mark the area where you need to stop before reversing. They don't serve any other purpose, as far as i'm aware.
★ Roller ★ so you stopped at the second yellow line and put the car in reverse to go in despite the car size?
Do all locations have the markings
@@katrinasanders9511 No, I stopped when the car was in a good position to start reversing. To be more specific, i could see the front-left cone through my rear passenger window.
@@katrinasanders9511 Yes, all locations will have the same markings on the closed course.
Where do you make the two point turn?
At 1:13.
Is this the same driving test for 2022? I See this video is 3 years old 🤷🏻♀️
They changed it due to COVID. Check out this video: th-cam.com/video/lEeek9AivZQ/w-d-xo.html
A user named Errol Fisk, who recently passed the test at Beltsville, left a very informative comment. I've copied and pasted it below, just in case you can't find it in that video's comment section.
"I passed today in Beltsville. As of Nov. 23, 2021, the test was exactly like this. I highly recommend driving up to the MVA location a few times before taking it and observing the test being conducted. At the Beltsville location you can conveniently watch from the parking lot.
What's on the test:
You drive out to either the A or B course and wait for the instructor. The proctor first will tell you to pull in nose first into the parking space. It was a right turn on both courses at Beltsville. You have 3 minutes to pull in to the right with signals all the way in, don't hit any cones, straighten the wheel, put the car in park.
Next, the proctor will tell you to reverse out of the parking spot and to reset to the original position. Be careful backing out as there was an artificial curb that extended about 1.5 feet past the first set of cones. Once you've gotten out of the space, you can pull forward if necessary to straighten the car before reversing straight backwards to the original position, it may be too cramped otherwise.
Now you'll need to reverse park (backing into the space tail first). From the starting position, the instructor told me to pull straight forward. On a previous attempt, I tried to move over to the right a bit to get closer to the cones and angle my front to the left by pulling forward. You can't do that, I guess. SO. You have 3 minutes to pull forward from the starting position past the line of cones on the left edge of the parking spot. Shift into reverse and use your signal. Go slow and begin to turn the wheel to move your car's rear to get between the two lines of cones. Go slow at first if necessary and remember to use your right mirror as a gauge, and that you can turn the wheel left or right in reverse to better adjust your angle, which is why it's good to go slow, so you have time to judge and adjust the angle before you get too close. You also can pull forward to straighten the car before backing in if necessary. Now you've backed in to the parking space. Put the car in park.
Now you'll need to pull to the right out of the parking spot. Shift into drive, put on your right turn signal and pull out of the space. Once you've gotten out of the space, turn to the right and stop at the stop sign.
Next is the three point turn, which you also have 3 minutes to complete. A few feet from the stop sign is the three point turn space. For reference, it is a section of artificial concrete curbs about 3 parking spots wide but with quite a bit deeper depth. Right turn signal in and hug the right side of the curb without hitting it, pulling in so the front of the car is about halfway inside and brake to stop. Left turn signal and turn the wheel all the way to the left, foot off the brake, go but don't hit the curb, brake. Next, right turn signal, shift into reverse, turn the wheel all the way to the right, let off the brake and go backwards, don't hit the curb, I used my left mirror to help gauge how far my car was from the curb. Next, left turn signal again, shift into drive, turn wheel all the way to the left, let off brake, go forward. Ideally, you only need those three turns, but you're allowed to do as many as you like, so feel free to reverse and turn the wheel right again and then do the final left turn if needed so you don't hit the curb. Now that your car's nose is facing the other direction, the proctor will tell you to reverse straight into the space. Just reverse without hitting the curb, don't worry about the lines.
Next, the proctor will tell you to pull up to the stop sign a couple yards down. Turn signal right and pull out the area, go straight, stop completely at the stop sign. The proctor will tell you to turn left and drive down to the section of the parking lot for those who passed. Pull up into one of the parking spots (don't hit the curb) and park. I don't even think I was straight or inside the lines at all, but my lot was empty, so I'm not sure if it matters. The proctor will then have your parent/guardian/supervisor drive the car back to the other parking lot. You'll go inside and get your photo taken, get a temporary license certificate, and the physical card will come in the mail in about a week.
If at any point you hit a curb/cone or run out of time to complete an exercise, the instructor will stop you and call over your parent/guardian/supervisor, they'll get back in the passenger seat and you'll drive out. I HIGHLY recommend you make your parent promise to not get mad or angry with you if you fail. They'll likely be worked up, tired of waiting in lines for 2 hours, and irritated they took off work, so make them promise to be kind and calm and honor it. I failed the first time, and my dad yelling at me was worse than the feeling of failing the test, so set everything up accordingly.
Tips: Visit the MVA location a couple times and observe the test. Go home and practice the maneuvers again and again. Simulate the experience as much as possible. I practiced several times at night in a large, empty parking lot which allowed me to simulate the "stop signs" (trees), etc. My parent would stand outside the car and administer the test like the proctor, which was better practice than having them sit next to me and coaching me through it.
Bring a pen with you to the MVA and double check to make sure your insurance ID card is up to date and registration is valid. Check to make sure all the lights and turn signals, hazards, and horn work the night before.
Make sure you've got at least a half tank of gas.
My god, that was long, but I just want to help in any way I can. Best of luck everybody! And don't be ashamed if you don't get it on your first or second try, schedule a couple tests in advance." - Errol Fisk
What is the speed limits please
Si mi carro tiene algún luz on en donde señala alguna falla de motor eso afecta q pase mi test ?? Gracias por sus videos
Yes.
Please read the "Class C - Noncommercial" section on this page: www.mva.maryland.gov/about-mva/info/26300/26300-28T.htm#C_M_license
Gracias y bendiciones !!!
★ Roller ★ is the road test route still the same
@@pinaadams5106 Yes. On April 8th, a user commented on this video after passing their test and confirmed that the route is still the same.
★ Roller ★ thanks for responding me😇I have one more question. On the reverse parking where did you see the cone is it in the smaller window of the blind spot
What test course is this? White oak?
No, it's Beltsville. You can see the White Oak courses here: th-cam.com/users/results?search_query=MVA+Driving+Test+White+Oak
how many routes are there?
I think this is the only route. Other videos show the same route and i haven't seen any comments saying it was different.
@@Roller-D Thank you friend.
is this the same exact course as of april 2024?
I wana know the same thing as well.
User mabelabban642 commented here 2 months ago saying it's the same as the video, so it's probably safe to assume it's still the same today.
@@Roller-D thank you
taking mine next friday 🎉😢 pray for me guys so i pass.
Did you pass?
@@redmamba4695 no lmaoo i “cut” off a fedex truck ( he was literally far away) but i am going again next weekend 🙄
Hope you pass
@@redmamba4695thank you !
@@redmamba4695thank you i passed💞
What car were you?
Honda Odyssey
on 0:55 why did u stop there for a while ?
The examiner was telling me what they wanted me to do. When i stopped the car after driving past the green flags, they started the 3 minute timer on their tablet.
@@Roller-D ohhh makes sense thank you,because i failed my test yesterday,they didn’t have me park where u park they had me park on the other sides of the cones
I just failed this exact same road cause I cut a guy off on the road just a block from the ending of the test but whatever. .
how did u cut him off
@trapsalvadorian I don't know but that's what the teacher said. I passed the second time.
@@SnowFoxParty i took mine today and i passed
@@trapsalvadorian congrats!! Enjoy the freedom of driving!!!
Can you look at a backup camera when reversing for the two point turn
Yes, but read this information from the MVA website first:
"Even though the MVA will permit the use of a back-up camera or an audio back-up warning device during testing, the driver must continue to observe traffic and use the vehicle's mirrors, properly. You will be scored on the requirements and criteria of the skills test and backing a motor vehicle requires skill and good judgment. Therefore, an individual should not rely solely on the use of back-up equipment. Using mirrors, observing traffic, and looking over your shoulders are some of the proper precautions to safely back up your vehicle."
Did they ask about the parts of your car like functions?
nope! they just tell you to put on certain things before the test like your signals, emergency lights and headlights and honk your horn
@@feyisholabajere3714Heyy ! Which headlights ? Like high beam low beam ?
@@nellythequeen4374 hey girl! it was low beam i believe but still make sure you know how to turn on both just in case!
@@feyisholabajere3714 okay thank you :) do they ask about speed limits throughout as well ?
@@nellythequeen4374 nope!
Is the route the same?
Yea same closed course and same exact route