Parallel parking practise

Regardless of your current skill level, start your practise in a quiet location.

Remember that this is not simply an accuracy exercise - you need to keep a constant look out for other road users as you reverse - especially in the blind spot area behind the car to the right (over your right shoulder).

As with all manoeuvres, you are the odd one out, be prepared to give priority to other road users.

Download the guidance notes by clicking the download link above.

When you go out, take a copy of the DVSA Manual - Essential Skills, use this as a basis for measuring your performance.

We recommend that you include this manoeuvre in at least two or three practise sessions. Complete a self-assessment sheet after each session.

Next: After your first practise session watch the video in Step 8 for tips about completing the manoeuvre on a busier road (the test road could be busy).