Pass The Advanced Driving Test

We can help you to pass the Advanced Driving Test by showing you what is expected of you on the test.  Our observers will show you which aspects of your driving need to be honed in order to reach test standard.  You can then be confident that when you take your test you will pass.  

Assessment Drive.

Mansfield Group offers FREE assessment drives to anyone who would like to know if they can achieve the IAM standards.

The assessments are conducted by Group Senior Observers covering similar aspects to the Advanced Test. You will be debriefed and given a written report which will point out differences between your technique and the IAM requirements, explanation of mistakes made and how to avoid them, your problem areas and answers to any queries you may have about the IAM And Mansfield Group.

How do I prepare for the Test

You will need to join the Mansfield Group of Advanced Motorists as an Associate Member. On paying the subscription you would be given a short induction course and an "Associates Pack" containing details about the Group and Institute.  Note - if you have joined the IAM through the Skill for Life programme then your associate membership of Mansfield Group and your test fee were included in your Skill for Life  package.

Two guidance sessions per month are held on the Sunday following the first Tuesday of each month and a fortnight later at the Leisure Centre car park, Chesterfield Road, Mansfield starting at 10 am until 12 noon.

If Associates are unable to attend the Sunday sessions or they require more guidance, a list of Observers willing to give guidance at other mutually convenient times is available.

More Information on Preparing for Your Advanced Driving Test

About the Test

The Test will include driving through town, along country lanes, dual carriageways, motorway and manoeuvring. Covering some 30 to 40 miles and lasting about 1.5 hours.

The Examiner will look for a number of points such as use of controls, observation, concentration, discipline, safety, progress, car sympathy, road craft and general skill, including reverse park if practical.

Advanced driving is based on the Police method of driving which is fully explained in the HMSO publication "ROADCRAFT".

All IAM Examiners are qualified Police Class I Drivers which is the highest standard awarded in Britain.  

There are no trick questions or unusual manoeuvres during the Test. The Test Standard is for a good, safe, skilful drive and the Examiner will discuss all aspects of the Test with the candidate, pass or fail.