Learner driver fails test within seconds after missing crucial button

A learner driver failed her driving test within seconds after missing a crucial button - and it could land you with a hefty fine and points on your licence for doing the same

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Drivers are failing their DVSA tests within mere seconds due to overlooking a crucial button.

Learner drivers are flunking their driving tests almost instantly, all because they're neglecting to press a certain button in the presence of instructors and adjudicators. Driving instructor Pin Binning, from DGN Driving, posted a video of a mock test he conducted with a learner. The aspiring driver inserted the key and turned on the car, but failed to ignite the engine, attempting to move off while the car remained stationary.

She joked: "I think your car's broken." As she grappled with the situation, the rainy weather caused her windscreen to mist up to such an extent that her view of the road was blocked. He clarified: "As you can see the windscreen is misted up due to the rain."

"Obviously, before moving off you should make sure you have good clear vision. Georgia should have cleared the screen, which she doesn't do." According to the Road Vehicles Regulations 1986, drivers could expose themselves to a fine ranging from £100 to £2,500, along with three penalty points if their view is obstructed, reports Birmingham Live.

The Highway Code is clear: "windscreens and windows must be kept clean and free from obstructions to vision." Legal eagle Dominic Smith from Patterson Law warns motorists: "What you do need to be careful of is if the windscreen or windows are dirty. There is an offence of 'driving a vehicle whilst not in proper control or without a full view of the traffic ahead', which carries three points and a £100 fixed penalty. It's the same offence that could be charged if you were eating or smoking whilst driving, or driving in flip-flops."

He further clarified: "There is no automatic definition as to what 'not having full view' means, it will be dependent on its own facts. It doesn't just apply to dirty windscreens, but also frosted windows, iced windscreens and even placing a satnav holder in the wrong place."