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Speed & progress

Late, harsh braking

Usually Grade 2 — more serious

Braking suddenly because you didn't plan ahead risks being hit from behind and shows poor anticipation.

✕ The fault

Red light ahead — learner keeps the speed up…

✓ The right way

Red spotted early — mirror check.

How to get it right

  1. 1Read the road well ahead.
  2. 2Mirror check before slowing.
  3. 3Brake gently and progressively, easing off just before you stop.