Wednesday, 27 March 2013

100% Driving test pass rate.

6 Driving test passes out of 6.
In March all my pupils who took the driving test PASSED, all six of them. That is a fantastic result from all of them. WELL DONE and I hope you are all enjoying your driving.
If you are thinking about driving lessons in the Milton Keynes or surrounding areas then look no further.
www.travis-drive.co.uk 
The home of quality driving lessons.

Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Another driving test pass first time.

Congratulations to Spencer Walford on passing his driving test first time.  Safe driving around Milton Keynes.
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for more information on driving lessons and lesson prices around Milton keynes and Buckingham.

Monday, 25 March 2013

Pass Plus lesson today

Had a great pass plus lesson today.  Started today in Buckingham headed to the M40, then down to the M25, then across to the M1 and upto Milton Keynes.
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FREE on line driver course.

In March and April I am giving away to every new pupil who starts with Travis School of Motoring a on line driver study course.  The course is designed to help you gain a better understanding of driving in-between driving lessons.
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While stocks last.

I passed the driving test.

Congratulations to Luke Dashfield on passing his driving test first time and with only 2 minors.
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for more information on prices and my latest promotions.

Saturday, 16 March 2013

Cross Winds

Cross Winds
At moment it is very windy around Milton keynes. If you are out driving remember that cross winds are dangerous. 
You could encounter a cross wind when driving along a road that has been protected by trees and becomes more open flat fields, or if you pass a large HGV. 
This is where the wind will push against the side of the car causing it to move to either left or right. If you are expecting it could happen then keep a firm grip of the steering wheel and readjust the car back into the centre of your lane. If you are passing a large HGV then give it a bit more space and try not to stay in its blind spot for too long.www.drive-travis.co.uk

Friday, 15 March 2013

Top Tips after you have passed the driving test.

Top Tips after you have passed the driving test.
1 Remember when you were learning and the other drivers did not signal on roundabouts and every time you said "I would of gone then, if they only signalled." Do not forget to Mirrors then signal your intentions.
2 The DSA has passed you because you have reached the standard. Keep doing what you have been taught.
3 When you first go out in your own car for the first couple of times keep it to short and simple drives. It will feel strange, your instructor not being next to you.
4 Resist being a taxi for your friends for the first month until you are more confident to have friends in the car.
5 Remember you passed because you can drive to a good standard and safe. Don't try and copy other drivers.
6 At the end of each drive take a moment to reflect on your driving. Be honest with yourself. Was it good, did you take any silly risks. Try to improve.
7 If you are confused about a roundabout or a new road layout. Then ask for advise. Either post a question on my page or text me or ask a parent. You are not alone.
8 It took me about two years after I passed my driving test to fully understand a lot of different roads. So don't consider yourself the leading expert after one week.
9 When parking in a car park for the first time go to the quiet area to park until you are more confident.
10 Don't be rushed into making choices, remember keep it simple and do it early.
11 Remember you are responsible for who is in your car. If they have not got the seat belt on, they you are also liable.
12 It has cost a lot of time and money to pass the driving test. As a new driver if you get 6 points or more in the first two years of driving you will revert back to a learner driver and have to retake the driving test again.

Which manoeuvre will I get for my driving test?

That's a good question.  The answer is you will not know until the examiner asks you to complete one. I have listed below my last ten pupil driving tests and the manoeuvres that they was asked.
This is a list of my last ten driving test manoeuvres 
1 Bay park
2 Reverse park
3 Reverse park
4 Left reverse
5 Left reverse
6 Bay park
7 Turn in the road
8 Bay park
9 Reverse park
10 Left reverse

As you can see it could be any of the four that your driving instructor should be teaching you.
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Tuesday, 12 March 2013

37 times to pass the driving test.

A 40 year old determined candidate logged a record number of practical driving tests-passing on the 37th attempt. The unnamed man from Stoke on Trent forked out at least £2,294 trying to pass.

Driving test centre pass rates around Milton Keynes

Driving test centre pass rates.

Centre-----Male % ---Female %

Bletchley-- -53.3--- -46.9
Bedford-- --49--- --41.3
L/Buzzard --51--- --45.2
Aylesbury --50.5--- -47.4

The national pass rate average for males is 49.1% and for females 42.8%.

Sunday, 10 March 2013

107 ATTEMPTS TO PASS THE THEORY TEST.

107 ATTEMPTS TO PASS THE THEORY TEST.
A hapless unnamed 28year old, from London, has spent so far £3,317 trying to pass the theory test, at a cost of £31 each- a record 107 attempts.

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