Test route: VTNZ New Lynn -> Portage Rd(turn left) -> Hill Cres(turn right) -> Astley Avenue(turn left - stop sign) -> Roundabout(go straight) -> Gardner Avenue(turn right) -> Hutchinson Avenue(turn right - stop sign) -> Islington Avenue(turn right) -> Astley Avenue(turn right - stop sign) -> Cutler Street(turn left) -> Turn around at the end of the street -> Astley Avenue(turn right - stop sign) -> Roundabout(turn right to Links Rd) -> Portage Rd(turn left - stop sign) -> Clark Street(turn right - middle lane) -> Taylor Street(turn right) -> Busby Street(turn right at roundabout; 30kmph zone) -> Crowther Street(turn right) -> Wolverton Street(turn left - stop sign) -> Portage Rd(turn left) -> McWhirther Place(turn left) -> VTNZ New Lynn Please note that this is the route I had to take. Route may change in future. Also, be extremely mindful on reduced speed limits, including temporary ones. Do not drive beyond the speed limit because of the vehicles behind you. If you go beyond 35kmph in a 30 zone for 5 seconds, technically you are speeding, which is an immediate failure as I can remember. So don't get pressured into breaking speed limits. Good luck! 🙂
@@rameshmarasini6740 Im not sure about any recent changes but I believe it’s 50kmph. But it could change if there’s a school or any temp speed signs. That may have been the case. You can miss them if you are too preoccupied with head checks to the right side etc, which is understandable. Next time pay extra attention to temp speed limit signs. Good luck 🙂
Have they changed the process? To me this just looks like a restricted drivers test minus the parallel parking. The full license is supposed to include pointing out hazards, as in people crossing the road, cars sticking out, etc. Maybe they're just more strict up north or something.
Hi. Yeah usually identifying hazards is a part of full license test. But in overseas license conversions, mostly they don’t do that. I may be wrong but what I think the reason for that is, the test takers already have a full license, even though it’s not from Nz. Once they do the theory test, they do get a full Nz license(green one), but with a supervisor condition. So it’s not like a restricted license holder taking the test to become a full license holder. The language barrier might also be playing a part. Since it’s a test, mostly applicants are a bit nervous already, and if they are not native english speakers, they may have a hard time describing the hazards, even though they may recognize them properly. So I think all these things play a part in examiners not expecting it in overseas conventions tests. But, like I mentioned, this is all just speculations. I may be way off. 😄 So it’s always better to be ready for any challenge they throw at your direction.
@@Wovel117 Hi. Not all the time though. The examiner didn’t ask me to turn off the dash cam in my test. Depends on the examiner I guess. If the dash cam records the interior(either audio or video), the examiner has the right to ask not to record. But if not, I’m not so sure.
Hello there, :)) how long did you have to wait to book the appointment? I've heard people is waiting for months, did you take a supervisor with you to do the test? Cheers and thanks so much for sharing.
Hey :) My initial booking was about 3 to 4 months in advance. However I constantly checked and then could change it to like few weeks ahead. Initially I was focusing on one test center but had to look for other places as well. Drove 1h in the morning for 8am test but they had postponed it :D So I checked then and there and got a slot at New Lynn the same day at 11am. Try around 6-10 in the morning to change your appointment, you might get lucky. People who can’t make their sessions tend to cancel/reschedule their slots around this time. But don’t wait for an ideal time to book. First book the best option you have and check to reschedule for better times, else you will wait forever. I took someone with me just in case but they didn’t even ask whether I came with a supervisor. Good luck :)
Hi there, just wondering if you needed to reverse parallel park between two cars? Also will they do a complete check of your car before the test I.e checking tyres. Thanks!
Hey. There were no parallel park or three point turn in my overseas license conversion test. They are usually included in the restricted license testing, so I don't think anyone who does a full license test(overseas conversion or otherwise) doesn't have to do those. Yeah they check the condition of your car, like correct functioning of your headlights, signal lights, horn, wiper(if it's a rainy day), tire conditions etc. But it's not a very comprehensive check, so don't stress too much. If the vehicle is roadworthy, you should be fine. Also they may ask whether you know how to operate the front and back windscreen demisters(in the AC panel). So, be ready in case they ask. Good luck 🙂
Hi @Zealandia, I want to apply for overseas DL conversion. If I get restricted license after the theory test, how can I drive to Test center? do I have to bring someone or I just use my overseas DL? Many thanks 😀
@@SeadoooRider If you apply for the conversion and once you do the theory test, you will get a full license, but with a superior condition(not a restricted license). That means from that point onwards, you will have to use that license until you do the practical test and remove that supervisor condition. You legally cannot drive without a supervisor and you cannot use overseas license either. I know it makes no sense but that’s how it is 🙁 Because of that, it’s good if you can bring a supervisor with you when you go to the practical test. But to my experience, they didn’t check or ask even if I had a supervisor. Good luck 🙂
If you are talking about the T junction with stop sign, we should signal. But if you are talking about passing a stopped vehicle, then it’s not needed I think. The rule is, indicate if you are moving one car width into either side. Please correct me if Im wrong :)
You have to keep checking your mirrors every single time like a paranoid person. That's the only way you can satisfy these instructors in the mirror aspect. Cos they are never satisfied with our mirror checking. Also you cheated using cruise control, that's why the speed stopped at 50 and fell. Why not 51 or 52? Hahaha
@@MichaelYapz If it was the case, you seriously think that the examiner won’t notice cruise control being on 😄 You cannot fool them like that mate. Well I failed the first time because I didn’t notice a temp 30kmph zone, so I was extra careful not to exceed any speed limits this time. And my car has a head up display so it’s easier to keep an eye on the speed without tilting the head up and down.
Hey. By the time you face the practical test, you should have a NZ license with you. Since I did the theory test before and passed, they sent me a NZ full drivers license with a supervisor condition. I had to take that license with me, not the license from my home country. And since a Nz drivers license(even with a supervisor condition) is accepted as a valid photo ID(unless it’s a paper license), I don’t think you have to bring passport at all. But best to bring the passport as well to be on the safe side, since you don’t need an extra thing to worry about on the day of your test. 🙂
Hi. Sorry for the late reply. He didn't ask to describe hazards, probably since I'm doing a full license conversion. If it was from restricted to full, then they would ask. At least that's what I think. But be ready in any case. Good luck :)
I didn't have to go on motorway for my full license either. It really depends on where you take the exam I guess. For New Lynn full exam, you probably don't have to, unless the route is changed now.
Between on Taylor street at Busby street and Busby street at Crowther street what is the speed limit?. I drive that street 38-39km per hour.and i was failed.
@@sangramtamang1068 There must have been a temporary speed limit then, as I cannot recall any other speed limit below 40. They are easy to miss. Even if you go at around 36kmph it’s enough for an immediate failure as you are going 5kmph over the speed limit(at a 30 zone). Next time pay extra attention to temp speed limit signs, specially when you do head checks to the right side. You can miss a sign in a split second. Good luck for the next one. 🙂
they should make defensive driving compulsory for most people who IE have never sat behind the wheel before have never had the passion to drive and lacking self confidence! You know when someone's in need for more of the mentality side of driving control, self awareness but most of all under pressure in all types of situations thats a good confident driver i would always rely on
@@scorps-hl8ue Totally agree with you. Even for people with experience, that would be educational and refreshing even. I had many years of driving experience before Nz, but my whole perspective of a good driver got changed when I started driving here. Realized that speeding and knowing what your vehicle could really do in tight situations is NOT being a good driver. The general politeness and the way people drive here in Nz really inspire you to become a better driver. To a point where you think “what was I thinking” when you recall those undisciplined days and close calls. 😄 I think defensive driving should be a mindset, rather than just a term you talk about when you learn to drive. But improving general awareness and encouraging people towards it from the very beginning is a really good way to keep everyone safe and sound.
Test is a joke, no motorway or open road really? that is why we get idiots doing 80-90kmph in the right lanes of motorways and not knowing how to handle open roads and curves at high speed
@@maplesyrup2748 It really depends on the location of the test. In some locations the route has a motorway section as well. Not sure how things are with restricted license test, since it’s longer. For full license tests it’s not usual to have people that don’t have experience in motorways and such. But I agree. People with bad driving habits can come from anywhere.
haha i took mine a couple years back and my instructor asked me to turn off the dash cam before starting :p
Test route:
VTNZ New Lynn -> Portage Rd(turn left) -> Hill Cres(turn right) -> Astley Avenue(turn left - stop sign) -> Roundabout(go straight) -> Gardner Avenue(turn right) -> Hutchinson Avenue(turn right - stop sign) -> Islington Avenue(turn right) -> Astley Avenue(turn right - stop sign) -> Cutler Street(turn left) -> Turn around at the end of the street -> Astley Avenue(turn right - stop sign) -> Roundabout(turn right to Links Rd) -> Portage Rd(turn left - stop sign) -> Clark Street(turn right - middle lane) -> Taylor Street(turn right) -> Busby Street(turn right at roundabout; 30kmph zone) -> Crowther Street(turn right) -> Wolverton Street(turn left - stop sign) -> Portage Rd(turn left) -> McWhirther Place(turn left) -> VTNZ New Lynn
Please note that this is the route I had to take. Route may change in future.
Also, be extremely mindful on reduced speed limits, including temporary ones. Do not drive beyond the speed limit because of the vehicles behind you. If you go beyond 35kmph in a 30 zone for 5 seconds, technically you are speeding, which is an immediate failure as I can remember. So don't get pressured into breaking speed limits. Good luck! 🙂
Wow what a advice bro
.thanks alot!!
Also want to know when you go to portage road is the normal speed limit is 50 if not written anything? Or 30-40? I'm failed due to ovedspeed...thanks
@@rameshmarasini6740 Im not sure about any recent changes but I believe it’s 50kmph. But it could change if there’s a school or any temp speed signs. That may have been the case. You can miss them if you are too preoccupied with head checks to the right side etc, which is understandable. Next time pay extra attention to temp speed limit signs. Good luck 🙂
@@Zealandiah 🙏🙏🙏
pretty sure i had the same guy take my restricted 😊 he was very friendly
Aye i had yo indicate everytime i crossed the centre line when cars were parked on the road in my lane
Up in Whangarei the instructors ask us questions about hazards as we are driving along a lot more easy down those ways with the cuzzy haha my man
Have they changed the process? To me this just looks like a restricted drivers test minus the parallel parking. The full license is supposed to include pointing out hazards, as in people crossing the road, cars sticking out, etc. Maybe they're just more strict up north or something.
Hi. Yeah usually identifying hazards is a part of full license test. But in overseas license conversions, mostly they don’t do that. I may be wrong but what I think the reason for that is, the test takers already have a full license, even though it’s not from Nz. Once they do the theory test, they do get a full Nz license(green one), but with a supervisor condition. So it’s not like a restricted license holder taking the test to become a full license holder.
The language barrier might also be playing a part. Since it’s a test, mostly applicants are a bit nervous already, and if they are not native english speakers, they may have a hard time describing the hazards, even though they may recognize them properly. So I think all these things play a part in examiners not expecting it in overseas conventions tests.
But, like I mentioned, this is all just speculations. I may be way off. 😄 So it’s always better to be ready for any challenge they throw at your direction.
@@Zealandiah thank you very much for information you gave to us
how can you record this tho?
usually they will tell you to turn off the dash cam
@@Wovel117 Hi. Not all the time though. The examiner didn’t ask me to turn off the dash cam in my test. Depends on the examiner I guess. If the dash cam records the interior(either audio or video), the examiner has the right to ask not to record. But if not, I’m not so sure.
@@Zealandiah i see welp when i do my restricted and full licenses test both test the examiner told me to turn it off .. idk the reason to be honest
Hello there, :)) how long did you have to wait to book the appointment? I've heard people is waiting for months, did you take a supervisor with you to do the test? Cheers and thanks so much for sharing.
Hey :) My initial booking was about 3 to 4 months in advance. However I constantly checked and then could change it to like few weeks ahead. Initially I was focusing on one test center but had to look for other places as well. Drove 1h in the morning for 8am test but they had postponed it :D So I checked then and there and got a slot at New Lynn the same day at 11am.
Try around 6-10 in the morning to change your appointment, you might get lucky. People who can’t make their sessions tend to cancel/reschedule their slots around this time. But don’t wait for an ideal time to book. First book the best option you have and check to reschedule for better times, else you will wait forever.
I took someone with me just in case but they didn’t even ask whether I came with a supervisor.
Good luck :)
@@Zealandiah thank you sooooo much for the detailed information I really appreciate it and might save me a painful process 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Hi there, just wondering if you needed to reverse parallel park between two cars? Also will they do a complete check of your car before the test I.e checking tyres. Thanks!
Hey. There were no parallel park or three point turn in my overseas license conversion test. They are usually included in the restricted license testing, so I don't think anyone who does a full license test(overseas conversion or otherwise) doesn't have to do those.
Yeah they check the condition of your car, like correct functioning of your headlights, signal lights, horn, wiper(if it's a rainy day), tire conditions etc. But it's not a very comprehensive check, so don't stress too much. If the vehicle is roadworthy, you should be fine. Also they may ask whether you know how to operate the front and back windscreen demisters(in the AC panel). So, be ready in case they ask. Good luck 🙂
You don’t usually parallel park between two cars, this is not normal, you may need to parallel park behind a single car, this is common.
Hi there. Can you please tell me the name of the Testing Officer? Thanks
Hi @Zealandia, I want to apply for overseas DL conversion. If I get restricted license after the theory test, how can I drive to Test center? do I have to bring someone or I just use my overseas DL?
Many thanks 😀
@@SeadoooRider If you apply for the conversion and once you do the theory test, you will get a full license, but with a superior condition(not a restricted license). That means from that point onwards, you will have to use that license until you do the practical test and remove that supervisor condition. You legally cannot drive without a supervisor and you cannot use overseas license either. I know it makes no sense but that’s how it is 🙁
Because of that, it’s good if you can bring a supervisor with you when you go to the practical test. But to my experience, they didn’t check or ask even if I had a supervisor.
Good luck 🙂
at 8:50 are you suppose to indicate?
If you are talking about the T junction with stop sign, we should signal. But if you are talking about passing a stopped vehicle, then it’s not needed I think. The rule is, indicate if you are moving one car width into either side. Please correct me if Im wrong :)
You have to keep checking your mirrors every single time like a paranoid person. That's the only way you can satisfy these instructors in the mirror aspect. Cos they are never satisfied with our mirror checking. Also you cheated using cruise control, that's why the speed stopped at 50 and fell. Why not 51 or 52? Hahaha
@@MichaelYapz If it was the case, you seriously think that the examiner won’t notice cruise control being on 😄 You cannot fool them like that mate. Well I failed the first time because I didn’t notice a temp 30kmph zone, so I was extra careful not to exceed any speed limits this time. And my car has a head up display so it’s easier to keep an eye on the speed without tilting the head up and down.
Hey mate! Did you bring some documents or just your local driver licence and your passport? Thanks!
Hey. By the time you face the practical test, you should have a NZ license with you. Since I did the theory test before and passed, they sent me a NZ full drivers license with a supervisor condition. I had to take that license with me, not the license from my home country. And since a Nz drivers license(even with a supervisor condition) is accepted as a valid photo ID(unless it’s a paper license), I don’t think you have to bring passport at all.
But best to bring the passport as well to be on the safe side, since you don’t need an extra thing to worry about on the day of your test. 🙂
Sorry for late reply but did you pass your driving test? You did really well❤
Thanks ❤️ Yeah I passed. The examiner’s cool demeanor also helped a lot, since it can be stressful otherwise 🙂
@@Zealandiah Let's gooo!
Hi, did he not ask you for hazards?
Hi. Sorry for the late reply. He didn't ask to describe hazards, probably since I'm doing a full license conversion. If it was from restricted to full, then they would ask. At least that's what I think. But be ready in any case. Good luck :)
Do u go on the motorway
Did mine today for full license and didn’t go on motorway, but for my restricted license I went on motorway.
I didn't have to go on motorway for my full license either. It really depends on where you take the exam I guess. For New Lynn full exam, you probably don't have to, unless the route is changed now.
Can you please tell me the route
Hi. Please check the latest comment I added. Hope it will be helpful.
The rute is massey
Hi. This is in New Lynn.
Between on Taylor street at Busby street and Busby street at Crowther street what is the speed limit?. I drive that street 38-39km per hour.and i was failed.
@@sangramtamang1068 There must have been a temporary speed limit then, as I cannot recall any other speed limit below 40. They are easy to miss. Even if you go at around 36kmph it’s enough for an immediate failure as you are going 5kmph over the speed limit(at a 30 zone). Next time pay extra attention to temp speed limit signs, specially when you do head checks to the right side. You can miss a sign in a split second. Good luck for the next one. 🙂
@@Zealandiah thank you for your advice 🙏🙏
they should make defensive driving compulsory for most people who IE have never sat behind the wheel before have never had the passion to drive and lacking self confidence! You know when someone's in need for more of the mentality side of driving control, self awareness but most of all under pressure in all types of situations thats a good confident driver i would always rely on
@@scorps-hl8ue Totally agree with you. Even for people with experience, that would be educational and refreshing even. I had many years of driving experience before Nz, but my whole perspective of a good driver got changed when I started driving here. Realized that speeding and knowing what your vehicle could really do in tight situations is NOT being a good driver. The general politeness and the way people drive here in Nz really inspire you to become a better driver. To a point where you think “what was I thinking” when you recall those undisciplined days and close calls. 😄 I think defensive driving should be a mindset, rather than just a term you talk about when you learn to drive. But improving general awareness and encouraging people towards it from the very beginning is a really good way to keep everyone safe and sound.
14:52 he zoomin😂
Hi. Sorry didn’t get you.
@@Zealandiah the scooter
@@i0x37 Ah yes, seems to be in a hurry 😄
road trip
Test is a joke, no motorway or open road really? that is why we get idiots doing 80-90kmph in the right lanes of motorways and not knowing how to handle open roads and curves at high speed
@@maplesyrup2748 It really depends on the location of the test. In some locations the route has a motorway section as well. Not sure how things are with restricted license test, since it’s longer. For full license tests it’s not usual to have people that don’t have experience in motorways and such. But I agree. People with bad driving habits can come from anywhere.
Hi can I please ask you some questions regarding this route please @zeelandia
Of course :) I'll answer if it's something I know.