Road Tests

Road Tests

Welcome! If you need to take your road test, you've come to the right place. Below is a guide to assist you in the process so you can be prepared and get one step closer to obtaining your driver license.

Preparing For Your Road Test

Before going into an MVD Office, you will need a few things such as:

  • A vehicle in good operating condition with valid registration and current liability insurance (out of country insurance is not acceptable)
  • A parent or legal guardian accompanying you (if under 18)
  • An instruction permit held for at least six months (or a passed written test if over 18)
  • An understanding of Arizona traffic signs and English-based instructions

Review road test vehicle requirements (Spanish).

About Your Road Test

You will drive a test route that has a variety of traffic situations. An examiner will ride with you and give you directions to follow. You will be observed and graded on specific actions and on your general ability to operate the vehicle safely. Examiner instructions will be in English.

Understanding Traffic Signs in English

You will be prompted to follow various traffic signs in English. Failure to understand them will result in a rescheduled appointment. These traffic signs consist of: stop, slow down, drive straight ahead, change lanes left/right, turn left/right at the nest street, corner stop sign or traffic light, does your speedometer work?, and does your seat belt work?

Road Test Scoring

Below are knowledge checklists containing topics you will be tested on. Accumulation of 21 points or more will result in a fail. 

Basic Safety Knowledge 1pt/each

  • Locate speedometer
  • Engage/disengage emergency brake
  • locate/demonstrate hazard lights
  • Demonstrate hand signals
  • Yield right when emergency cars approach
  • Locate/demonstrate high beams
  • Locate/demonstrate windshield wipers
  • Locate defroster

Driving & Parking 10pts/each

  • Failure to full stop at sign/light
  • Crowding center line
  • Fails to yield
  • Speeding (5-9 MPH)
  • Following distance
  • Impeding the flow of traffic

Driving & Parking 4pts/each

  • Not wearing seatbelt
  • Improper lane change
  • Signaling
  • Jump or hit curb
  • Improper use of breaks
  • Parked too far from curb
  • Choice of proper lane
  • Vehicle outside of parking space

Driving & Parking 1pt/each

  • Operation of vehicle
  • Steering
  • Improper turn
  • Position after stopping
  • Waits too long
  • Vehicle not perpendicular with curb
  • Too slow

Scheduling Your Road Test

If you wish to take the road test, you must schedule an appointment. Follow the steps below to successfully schedule your appointment. Only one road test per customer, per day is permitted.

Road tests may be suspended due to weather or safety conditions. A vehicle without air conditioning can not be used for skills testing from June 1st thru September 22nd after 12 o'clock.

  1. Verify Eligibility (See "Preparing for Your Road Test")
  2. Fill Out the Driver License Application
  3. Sign in to AZMVDNow to Schedule an Appointment
  4. Bring valid identification, current vehicle registration, and proof of insurance
  5. Get Your Photo Taken at an MVD Office
  6. Pay and Take Your Road Test

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