Automatic Fails on a U.S. Driving Test
1. Traffic Violations
- Not stopping before sidewalk while exiting dmv
- Running a red light
- Ignoring a stop sign
- Failing to yield to pedestrians or vehicles
- Speeding significantly
- Improper lane change
- Lane violation
- Ignoring traffic signals or signs
- Not stopping for a school bus
- Not using the middle left turn lane
2. Dangerous Driving
- Performing a dangerous maneuver
- Causing a near-collision
- Driving too slowly, impeding traffic
- Failing to anticipate hazards
3. Vehicle Control Issues
- Hitting or bumping the curb
- Rolling stops
- Inadequate steering control
- Inconsistent or unsafe speed
- Improper reversing at curb or parallel parking
4. Observation Failures
- Failing to check blind spots
- Not observing at intersections
- Ignoring mirrors
- Failing to observe when leaving a curb
5. Examiner Intervention
- Examiner grabs wheel or brakes
- Ignoring examiner instructions
6. Pre-Drive and Equipment Failures
- Failing the pre-drive safety check
- Car failure (e.g., non-working brakes, lights)
- Not using wipers, defroster, or headlights when needed
7. Other Critical Failures
- Disobeying safety personnel
- Causing an accident
- Not wearing a seatbelt
- Using a mobile device