Ajokokeen

Ajokokeen is the practical driving examination in Finland that determines whether a person may obtain a driver’s license for a given category. The driving test is part of the licensing process and is conducted under the supervision of Traficom or approved driving test centers. The test assesses the applicant’s ability to operate a vehicle safely in real traffic, obey traffic rules, and make appropriate decisions in typical driving conditions. Key competencies include vehicle control, observation, signaling, speed management, lane positioning, yielding to other road users, and hazard perception. Depending on the license category, the examination may also include maneuvers such as reversing, parking, or controlled stops on a predetermined route or in a controlled area.

Typically, the ajokokeen is taken after completing required driver education and theory testing, with prerequisites defined by category. An approved examiner conducts the assessment in a driving session, using a vehicle provided by the testing center or approved for testing. The evaluation is usually pass/fail, based on predefined criteria, and feedback is given to indicate whether the candidate has demonstrated the necessary skills.

Outcomes from the ajokokeen influence the next steps in the licensing process. A successful test allows the applicant to proceed with issuing the driving license for the relevant category, subject to meeting any remaining regulatory requirements. If the test is not passed, the candidate may retake the examination after specified waiting periods and fees, subject to the regulations set by Traficom.