Top 5 Mistakes New Drivers Make in Burnaby and Vancouver that fail the test.
1. Inadequate mirror and shoulder checks
Learners often rely solely on mirrors and miss checking blind spots before lane changes or turns—one of the top reasons for failed ICBC road tests
Tip: When teaching about Mirror, Signal, Blind spot, “Don’t just mirror—really look.”
2. Improper stopping at intersections and crosswalks
Failing to come to a full stop or stopping too far forward into a crosswalk is a frequent violation under BC Motor Vehicle Act .
Tip: Know the difference between “Almost stopped vs. Full stop.”
3. Parallel parking & backing-in errors
Nearly 60% of BC drivers consider parallel parking the hardest maneuver—and many still avoid it. Practicing them is key.
4. Speed misjudgment: too fast or too slow
Speeding or inconsistency (speeding up/slowing down unpredictably) reduces reaction time and frustrates traffic flow. Check your cars speedometer often, and train your foot placement on the pedal.
5. Missing 30 km zones
Students often fail for not seeing 30 zones. After turning right/left, check your right side immediately for the 30 km zone sign.
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