North Shore Car Clinic

I had my restricted driving test this morning with JILLIAN W. It was my first practical driving test ever and I had the worst experience. She made me feel like a burden and that I didn't deserve to pass the moment I greeted her. I arrived at my test early and parked behind the only 2 cars there, as I didn't see the parking lot behind the building. She told me I was so disorganised I was lucky that she wasn't failing me right away.. When I was signing my name on the ipad I asked if I should click next and she said "What were my instructions? Did I ask you to click next?" After the test she advised me to take driving lessons as I would get FLATTENED sooner rather than later at this rate, since my car is not safe at all, alluding that I only bought my car because it looks cool - like my bad I can't afford a nicer car?? Also told me that I failed before we even left as I didn't stop at the stop sign for long enough but she let me finish the test anyway... It felt like no matter what happened she would not have passed me either way. I was already nervous going to the test first thing in the morning and by the end I was having a panic attack because she was so degrading and discouraging. DO NOT RECOMMEND
Apr 29th, 2023

May 4th, 2023

Failed me for break imbalance, I had it looked at by a mechanic who found no issues but switched the drums around. Took it back for retest and it was failed again. Don't recommend
May 2nd, 2023

COF lane always busy. Best call ahead and see if a queue. Staff in reception are friendly as are staff on COF lane
May 1st, 2023

Today I passed my full license and Len (Leonard) was my examiner, he was really nice. He was very clear when giving me any instructions. I am very happy that he passed me. Thank you so much Len
May 1st, 2023