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You can pass with up to 15 minor faults. Understanding what gets marked as a minor — and how minors can escalate — keeps you informed and prepared.
Minor faults (officially called "driving faults") are small mistakes that don't immediately endanger anyone. You can have up to 15 and still pass. But a single serious or dangerous fault fails you instantly, regardless of how many minors you have.
A minor fault is a driving error that isn't dangerous but shows imperfect control or observation. Examples: a brief delay on a gear change, a slightly wide position on a bend, checking mirrors a fraction late, one brief moment of coasting. The examiner uses their judgement — context matters. The same action might be minor in a quiet car park and serious at a busy junction.
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