To apply, you must have passed the theory test (mark \u2265 10\/20), which is valid for 12 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After the summons to the CMA, you show up with a rented dual-control vehicle<\/strong>. The jury (two examiners) will award you a random mission scenario<\/strong>. You have 6 minutes to prepare your journey<\/strong>then set off for 20 to 30 minutes of driving punctuated by questions<\/strong>. The race ends with the billing<\/strong> and the return to the CMA, still evaluated until the engine stops<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Two examiners are present<\/strong>. In the front, a driving specialist checks your safety and compliance with the Code. In the back, a CMA representative (or sometimes a police officer) plays the role of customer and judges your interpersonal skills, driving comfort and billing quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The examination is based on four criteria: preparation<\/strong> (3 points), driving and safety<\/strong> (10 points), customer relations and local knowledge<\/strong> (5 points), and invoicing<\/strong> (2 points). Serious misconduct is disqualifying<\/strong>. The minimum mark to pass is 12\/20<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Exam registration fees are set annually and can be consulted on the regional CMA websites<\/strong>. Here are the 2025 tariffs for information :<\/p>\n\n\n\n Material and organisational preparation play a key role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hire of a dual-control vehicle is compulsory. Choosing a hybrid or electric model reinforces your professional image and simplifies the acceptable features.<\/strong>. Think about book early<\/strong> and, if possible, to pick it up the day before<\/strong> to get used to its size and clean it if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A smartphone with cradle and charger is essential for GPS<\/strong>. Add a calculator, pen, rough draft, estimate books and pre-filled invoices. A road map is not compulsory, but can be useful in the event of technical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check the validity of your identity document and driving licence beforehand<\/strong>. On the big day, take with you convocation<\/strong>, car registration document<\/strong>, insurance <\/strong>and vehicle rental contract<\/strong>. Forgetting just one document can get you stuck<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Opt for a neat, sober professional attire<\/strong>The vehicle must be impeccable: cleanliness and general condition reflect your seriousness in the eyes of the jury. The vehicle must be impeccable: cleanliness and general condition reflect your seriousness in the eyes of the jury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It's a step timed <\/strong>where the jury observes your method and your composure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note down the addresses correctly, set up the GPS and then draw up a clear and credible estimate. Ideally, you should spend half your time on the GPS and half on the estimate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The aim is to assess your ability to :<\/p>\n\n\n\n You are free to divide your time as you see fit during this phase.<\/strong>But here is the breakdown we recommend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the heart of the scale (10 points)<\/strong>. Driving must be both secure and flexible<\/strong> This includes strict observance of the Highway Code, anticipation, progressive acceleration and braking. Passenger comfort is just as important as safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Chis part represents a quarter of the mark, 5 points<\/strong>So it can make a real difference. It covers the entire service, from pick-up to drop-off. This includes baggage handling<\/strong>a neat, professional attire<\/strong>a courteous attitude<\/strong>and a proactive comfort offering<\/strong> (adjusting temperature, suggesting water or charger). Knowledge of tourism is an asset, but they must be appropriately integrated<\/strong>without compromising concentration on driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The invoice must clearly set out the details of the quotation and be delivered by hand.<\/strong>. Stay focused : the return journey is noted until the engine comes to a complete stop<\/strong>And a serious fault at that point cancels everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The official regulations do not set out an exhaustive list of eliminatory faults. Instead, they give a simple guiding principle: any intervention by the examiner on the dual controls or the steering wheel will result in the immediate cessation of the test and the failure of the candidate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Passing the VTC practical test is based on three pillars:<\/p>\n\n\n\n With method and seriousness, this exam becomes an achievable step towards obtaining the professional card.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Everything you need to know about the VTC 2025 practical test: how it works, official scale, eliminatory faults and preparation tips for success.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":930053,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[99],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-929986","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-metier-quotidien"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
Composition of the jury<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Scale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Registration fees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Dual control vehicle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Essential equipment on board<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Documents to prepare and take with you<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Presentation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nThe 6-minute phase: a simple method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Recommended organisation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Key points<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Smooth driving :<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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What to look out for:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Invoice :<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Return journey :<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4 most common reasons for examiner intervention :<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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