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The 7 most common mistakes in the practical test
1 min read · Updated on October 17, 2026
In the Driving School Germany practical test you may collect up to 15 fault points. These mistakes cost points most often:
The mistakes
Be especially careful here:
- Too fast, especially in 30 km/h zones
- Not stopping completely at a stop sign
- Missing a red light
- Ignoring right before left
- Driving into restricted areas
- Entering the roundabout too fast
- Losing the arrow and turning wrong
Stay calm
Your instructor warns you when only 5 or 2 points are left. Then it’s better to drive slower and extra carefully.
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