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Assalamualaikum everyone, today I would like to share with you about my sweet sour journey of taking my first and last driving license!
After I had just finished my SPM examination, I told my parents that I wanted to take a driving license. Since we had a long gap-free time while waiting for SPM results, I don't want to waste my time doing nothing at home. I want to fill my free time with something that I didn't have a chance to do when I was in Form 5 due to the business of studying. At first, I was scared to take the driving license test because all the fear-mongering about JPJ officers being fierce has really gotten to me. But when I think about it, when do I want to stay in my comfort zone?. Then i made up my mind to just try and get my own experience!
I choose to take an auto car. My parents chose an agency located at Surfine Hitech Hulu Langat. Since my parents chose an agency, the payment was quite pricey. The total cost is RM 2 100. It is quite expensive but it's totally worth the price.
Back on 2 March 2024, it's a day that I need to participate in a 6 hour theory class. This is the first stage called Kp001, everyone needs to participate before taking a computer test. I was quite nervous yet I am so excited for tomorrow's class. I woke up earlier than usual at 5:30 AM. Since my agent will fetch me at 8 00 AM. While waiting I had my breakfast with my mom and watched sitcoms.
I still remember the nervousness that got into me when I entered the theory class. It was chilly, and it was so crowded. Everyone was lining up to scan their identity card and thumbprint. There were not just Malaysian citizens surprisingly, but there was also a foreigner! Based on what I heard he was from Germany, and married to a Malaysian citizen.
After scanning my identity card and thumbprint, I chose to sit in front to have a better view and that's where I met Hanis. She came a little late and sat beside me. It was awkward at first but I managed to have a small chat with her. Then we continue our talk on break time. There was when I knew she was older than me, she was 25 years old! I started to ask her about university advice. I feel very comfortable talking with her because we have a lot of similarities! Meeting her was just like a blessing. I felt less nervous after I met her.
Then we continue our theory class for 2 more hours. The theory class was entertaining. The presenter, Sir Farith, was very clever in making the class entertaining. He's very good at making jokes that make everyone shake with laughter. The way he presented was very clear and easy to understand. I jotted down every information that he told us about the road regulations. It was a very meaningful theory class.
I had spent 3 weeks preparing myself for the computer test. I had many questions from numerous websites and apps. I got 41 over 42 questions. Then I got my L license!
I immediately continue Kpp02, practical training on the circuit on 23 March 2024. On my first day of practical training on the circuit, I was so nervous because I had never been taught to drive by my parents. Which means, that was my first time controlling the steering wheel and gear. It was a very tiring day since I continued the practical training on the circuit in the fasting month. I made a lot of mistakes on my first day and after I got back home, I poured into tears because I kept forgetting the steps. But I didn't let my short-term memory stop me, I watched a lot of YouTube videos to get more tips. I watched and jotted down every important information in my phone notes so that I could easily access the notes everywhere and anytime. I also had the same struggle for Kpp03, practical training on the road. I had a hard time remembering the road lane. Since there were too many changing lanes, so I used Google Maps to help me memorize the road lane.
Praise be to god, I pass my Quality test instructor known as the QTI test with flying colours.
On 18 April 2024, it was my JPJ test day. It was a day that I still vividly remember. When I arrived, there were so many people, the weather was so nice and hot. I was so nervous but in the end, I am so grateful that I did pass driving on the circuit. Unfortunately, I failed to drive on the road. The reason that I failed was because I was too nervous. I forgot to give the signal and used the wrong pedal, which was a dangerous action and was the reason I failed. I was asked to stop side of the road and change the seat with the JPJ officer. I should be grateful that the JPJ officer was so kind to me tipped me to pass in the future and told me which part of the test I did it wrongly.
I learned my lesson and I need to retake the test on the road. I needed to pay RM400 for an extra class and retake the test. I watched a lot of YouTube videos regarding driving tips.
On 12 May April 2024, I came back to the Surfine Hitech to retake my driving test on the road. I had mixed feelings. I tried to control my nervousness and be calm. I take a deep breath and read a lot of dua before entering the car where I will be tested. Finally, I passed my driving test!
I jumped into happiness right after I got out of the car. It was the happiest day ever! All my hard work pays off.
Finally, on 30 March 2024, I got my license ID and P sticker. Surprisingly, there are no more physical cards, we just need to download 'my JPJ app' to get your ID. I straight up put the sticker on my mother's car. After I got the license, I used that opportunity to send and fetch my little brother from school. I did this to practice my driving because my mom always told me that "if you stop driving for a long period, you will start to feel scared".
This was the biggest achievement that I have done in my entire life and I am so proud of myself because I managed to get out of my comfort zone.
