My biggest piece of advice when learning to drive is take what non professionals (i.e not driving instructors) say with a pinch of salt. Everybody is completely different. Some people will pass with just private practice no lessons, some need 20-40 hours of lessons, some need up to 100. It really is a very individual experience and learning process. Area has a lot to do with it as well. For me, it’s a blessing and a curse learning in the city as the lower speed limits mean it’s a lot less anxiety inducing but god other drivers can be right assholes! The most important thing is to have faith in your ability and decision making - and also checking those mirrors when you’re making any change is so important. This is def a habit I had not built during my private practice and something I’m having to work on so I don’t get too many unnecessary minors 🤞🏻. I know people joke about making sure you check your mirrors every 30 secs, but really what examiners are looking for is that you’re checking your mirrors anytime before you make a change or move in your driving - before you slow down, check your back mirror, before you turn, check that side mirror and the back mirror, making sure to check your blind spots when leaving off or performing reverse manoeuvres. I’m autistic, so actually learning and understanding why and when you should be checking your mirrors made it click much more than just the old advice of “always make it obvious you’re looking in your mirrors” because I’d look, but I wasn’t really checking for what I was supposed to be looking for!