Turn In The Road

The examiner will refer to this manoeuvre as a 'turn in the road using forward and reverse gears' and not a 'three-point turn' (as it is more commonly known). This is because the number of 'points' will vary depending on the width of the road chosen. That said, once you develop the skills to a high level, you will find the manoeuvre typically takes three-points to complete, unless the road is very narrow, in which case it is more likely to take 5 points. The examiner will be looking for careful vehicle control, effective steering, and observation throughout to deal correctly with other road users / pedestrians. Be prepared to give way to other road users when correct to do so, and if a road user is prepared to wait for you, don't panic, but try to complete the manoeuvre promptly.

Common problems: 

poor speed and or steering control

inadequate use of the width of the road

hitting or mounting the curb

continuing the manoeuvre without due regard to other road users / pedestrians