Left Turn

Left turn

Left turn
is part of the yard test and is a driving exercise where the driver will be
required to make a left turn. Only one attempt will be allowed. In this
exercise the driver will be required to check the rear-view mirrors and blind
spot to the left. Signal intention. Check blind spot to the left. Steer to and
position vehicle in appropriate lane then check rear-view mirrors. Decelerate.
Select correct gear. Check blind spot to the left. Steer into appropriate lane.
Check rear-view mirrors whilst turning to ensure safe follow through of vehicle
round the bend. Accelerate smoothly. Cancel signal. Check rear-view mirrors.
Penalties will be given for:

• Mirrors
• Blind
  spots
• Signal
  intention
• Cancels
  signal
• Mirrors
  whilst cornering
• Mounts
  kerb or touch line/road marking (immediate failure)
• Number of
  attempts