Success PDA Driving Test Routes Book Test

Yes, Success has the highest pass rate in WA at 49%. However, this is still below the national average of 62%. WA has the lowest overall pass rate in Australia at 35%, so even the best centre is challenging.

Key challenges include: 1) Stop signs - must come to COMPLETE stop even if no cars, 2) Give way decisions - must observe incoming traffic correctly, 3) Right turns at major intersections - must check both directions, 4) Blind spot checks - examiner will fail you if they have to intervene.

Instant fail items include: running stop signs without complete stop, speeding more than 5 km/h over limit, examiner having to use dual brake or touch steering wheel, not yielding at give way, running red/yellow lights, and not giving way to emergency vehicles.

You MUST come to a complete stop behind the stop line and observe both directions, even if there are no cars. Rolling through or not stopping completely is an automatic fail. This is the most common fail reason in WA.

Watch for H markings painted on the ground - you must stop a certain distance away from these. You cannot stop near intersections, bus stops, or driveways. Position yourself parallel to the kerb within 30cm.

Follow this sequence: 1) Check mirrors, 2) Signal for at least 3 seconds, 3) Do an obvious blind spot check by turning your head, 4) Change lanes smoothly. The head movement must be visible to the examiner. Change lanes immediately after checking.

For 'stop for shopping' reverse parking, use the 45-degree method. Before reversing, check all around (360 degrees). During the reverse, check at least once more all around. Use mirrors but don't stare at the reverse camera.

Check the centre mirror frequently throughout your drive, especially BEFORE slowing down for turns, traffic lights, or any speed reduction. This shows the examiner you're aware of vehicles behind you.

Success (49%) is the best choice in Perth. Butler (46%) and Cannington (41%) are reasonable alternatives. Avoid Mandurah (27% - lowest in Australia), Mirrabooka (30%), and Midland (32%) if possible.

Although WA only requires 50 hours of supervised driving, this is why WA has the lowest pass rate in Australia (35%). Professional instructors recommend 80-100 hours of practice plus 5-10 professional lessons to have a good chance of passing.

When turning right across traffic, you must: 1) Check right for oncoming traffic, 2) Check left for vehicles that might be turning right into your path, 3) Move your head visibly for both checks. If you miss observations and the examiner intervenes, it's automatic fail.

When a bus at a bus stop has its right indicator on to pull out, you MUST let it go first. This is a common fail item that many candidates miss. Always scan for buses at stops.