VicRoads is the authority in Victoria responsible for the administration of driver licensing in the state. The minimum driving age in Victoria is 18 years. A learner can drive at the age of 16 under the supervision of a fully licensed driver since After obtaining a licence, a driver continues to be subject to restrictions during a 4-year probationary period. The applicant must pass a computerised knowledge test and an eyesight test. Learner drivers must not consume any alcohol before driving i.
There are no special speed or vehicle restrictions. Learner permits, P1 and P2 probationary licences may incur a maximum of 5 demerit points in any 12 month period, and 12 points in any 3 year period. Australian Drivers Licence.
There are no speed restrictions, however trailers may not be towed except for work purposes. P1 drivers have a peer passenger restriction which sees P1 drivers only able to carry no more than one passenger aged between 16—21 years old excluding family members; exemptions may also be allowed by VicRoads for other reasons at any time.
They must not use any form of mobile phone including hands-free. On 1 July , what is considered a high power vehicle was redefined. P plate drivers were no longer allowed to drive cars with engines larger than a V6, cars that have a turbo or supercharger unless it is a diesel.
A shortlist was produced of cars that comply with these restrictions but are still considered powerful and therefore banned. There have been many complaints about this system as several slower cars have been banned, such as the Peugeot , but faster cars such as VW Golf R32 and BMW i were still permitted.
On 1 July , the rules were again modified, to distinguish between vehicles manufactured before 1 January , and those manufactured after. Probationary drivers are now permitted to drive any vehicle manufactured after 1 January that does not have a power-to-mass ratio of greater than kilowatts per tonne, and does not have a modified engine for increased performance.
Vehicles manufactured before 1 January remain subject to previous restrictions, which include a restriction on engines larger than a V6, and cars that have a turbocharger or supercharger. After 1 July , those aged over 21 years when applying for a licence qualify as P2 drivers after passing the computerised Hazard Perception Test and a practical driving test, as well as an eyesight test. Victoria registration plate P2 Probationary Driver. For probationary drivers obtaining a P1 Probationary Licence after that date, their licence status will progress to a P2 Licence automatically provided they have had a good driving record for at least 12 months while holding the P1 Licence.
The same P1 restrictions apply, except P2 drivers may tow trailers. As of 25 November , P2 drivers must not use a mobile phone while driving, including hands-free phones. The peer passenger restriction does not apply to P2 drivers. If a person is over 21 when licensed they go straight onto the P2 licence for three years. P2 licences last for 3 years, making the minimum age of receiving a full licence 22 years, up from 21 years for drivers who obtained their Probationary Licence before 1 July The minimum age for obtaining a P2 Licence is 19 years.
For drivers who obtained their Probationary Driver Licence after 1 July , the minimum age at which they can obtain their full Driver Licence is 22, unless they already have an Interstate or New Zealand Probationary licence, and move to Victoria, in which case they can be This is an irregularity that can allow Interstate and New Zealand drivers to obtain their full licence one year ahead of residential Victorians.
There are few restrictions on fully licensed drivers, other than not being able to drive while holding a mobile phone, and the requirement to have a BAC under 0. Full licences are valid for ten years, but can be made available for three years if requested. Full driver licences may incur a maximum of 12 demerit points in any 3 year period. Ambox current red. Please update this article to reflect recent events or newly available information. The driving age in Western Australia is 17 years.
A learner can drive at the age of 16 under the supervision of a fully licensed driver. After obtaining a licence, a driver continues to be subject to restrictions during a 2-year probationary period. After a recent bill passed through parliament, Phase 1 drivers are now permitted to drive on Perth freeways as well as other roads outside the boundaries of Kings Park.
Successful drivers are to continue learning and gaining driving experience before attempting their practical driving assessment. Victoria registration plate P1 Probationary Driver. They are not allowed to drive between 12 am — 5 am unless driving to and from place of work or study.
Changes to the Learners Permit process From the 9th October , the Department of Transport introduced a change to the process of obtaining a drivers licence. Applicants still have to have held their Learners Permit for 6 months to attempt either, but are now required to be at least 16 years and 6 months of age for the Hazard Perception Test and at least 17 years of age for the Practical Driving Assessment.
The previous process allowed applicants to complete the Practical Driving Assessment at 16 years and 6 months of age, followed by the computerised Hazard Perception Test at 17 years. The minimum age to hold a Provisional Licence is still 17 years. Under this system, a driver may accrue less than 4 demerit points within the first year of their provisional licence, and less than 8 points within the second year, before losing their licence.
These limits include demerit points accrued before these 1- and 2-year periods. WA has two classes of drivers licence: C which enables one to drive any vehicle weighing less than 4. Double or nothing Drivers who have accrued 12 or more demerit points can choose to continue driving on a month Good Behaviour Period. If more than two demerit points are accrued during the month period even on different fines , the licence is lost for twice the original disqualification period; usually 6 months 3 months x 2.
Photo cards are also available, especially for non-drivers. Text size. To download a DKT practise document visit Driver licensing publications select the 'Show files' button next to 'Driver Knowledge Test Question Banks' select the document you need for your car, rider or heavy vehicles driver knowledge test. Links Driver Licensing Access Program.
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If you are a P1 or P2 driver, you are normally limited by the number of passengers you can carry and the type of vehicles you can drive. If you move to NSW you can use an existing interstate or overseas licence for up to 3 months. After that you must apply for a NSW driver licence.
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