Ohio road test
Ohio Driving and Skills Test
Ohio's practical exam has two parts: driving and maneuverability. The applicant presents a TIPIC, any required BMV 5791 affidavit, and a vehicle in good condition; the vehicle is inspected before testing begins.
- 2 partsdriving + maneuverability
- 2 daysunder-21 wait after failure
- 60 daysto buy license after passing
What to bring
- Your valid TIPIC.
- Completed BMV 5791 Fifty-Hour Affidavit if required because of age or credential type.
- Driver-education certificate when required and not electronically verified.
- A vehicle in good condition for the test.
The road-driving portion
Ohio BMV says the driving portion includes starting and stopping, turning around and backing, turns, use of turn signals, correct lane position and maintaining a safe following distance.
The maneuverability portion
The maneuverability test requires driving forward through a marked box around a center marker, then backing through the markers. Bumping or mispositioning can cost points; running over or knocking down a marker is an immediate failure.
Retesting rules depend on age
Applicants under 21 who fail a driving or skills test must wait two days before retesting. A first-license applicant age 21 or older who fails the first road or maneuverability attempt must complete Ohio's abbreviated adult driver training requirement before a second attempt, unless a qualifying recent driver-training course applies.
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