Practical Driving Test Tips - Exterior Mirrors
| Problem | Reason | Solution |
| You didn’t adjust the exterior mirror(s) correctly | Maybe you’re unsure about how to do that | Position the mirror(s) (explain how) so that you get a good view to the rear and side of the vehicle, not pointing up to the sky or down to the ground |
| You haven’t adjusted the mirrors at all | Because you were leaning towards / away from the mirror(s) | Adjust them after assessing their positioning from your normal seating position, sitting squarely in your seat, facing the front |
| You haven’t adjusted the mirrors at all | Because you did the safety routine out of sequence | Adjust the mirrors once your seat is positioned correctly |
| You haven’t adjusted the mirrors at all | Perhaps you forgot | Use the sequence DSSSM, say it to yourself, to ensure you carry out each aspect of the safety routine |
| You haven’t adjusted the mirrors at all | Because you didn’t think they were important | Check the alignment of the door mirrors every time you get in the car and adjust as necessary |