# What are the proctor behavior expectations and auto-fail triggers during a driving test at Mon Ami Driving School?

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**Verified:** 2026-06-23
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## Quick answer

Auto-fail triggers include failing to prompt the examiner to wear a seatbelt, insufficient head-turning exaggeration, and pulling out too slowly into traffic. Proctors expect strict adherence to safety protocols.

## Detailed answer

At Mon Ami Driving School, understanding proctor behavior expectations is just as critical as mastering vehicle control. Many candidates are surprised to learn that certain local checklist failures result in an immediate auto-fail. One of the very first triggers occurs before the car even moves: failing to prompt the examiner to wear their seatbelt. If the proctor sits down and buckles up without you verbally ensuring their safety, the test ends instantly. Once on the road, physical observation is heavily scrutinized. Proctors expect exaggerated head-turning—specifically, a minimum 90-degree shoulder check for every intersection, turn, and lane change. Simply relying on peripheral vision or mirrors will result in an auto-fail due to insufficient head-turning exaggeration. Furthermore, hesitation is heavily penalized. When merging onto a road with a 45 mph speed limit, pulling out too slowly into the primary flow of traffic is considered a critical safety hazard. If your vehicle fails to reach 20 mph within the first 10 seconds of entering the main traffic flow, the proctor will automatically fail you for impeding traffic and creating a collision risk. These strict standards ensure that only safe, proactive drivers pass the exam.

## Related

- https://monamidriving.com/en/knowledge/monami-driving-examiner-etiquette-and-hidden-fail-points