According to reports, a man from the United Kingdom took the driving theory test as many as 157 times before successfully passing the driving knowledge test.
The UK's Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) recently reported a new record for the number of times the man had been tested for driving knowledge. One man's name was reportedly not disclosed for privacy reasons, having failed 157 times before and spent £3,000 ($4,100) in the process, or an average of 157 yuan at a time. The man has been called the worst driver in the world, but others have called him a model of perseverance.
If you don't succeed in the beginning, keep trying. Passing a driving test can be one of life's toughest challenges, and if you find it difficult, you may be putting in more effort and time than others, but whether you pass the test once or 157 times, it's no shame to pick yourself up and keep on challenging – anyone who can do it deserves great praise.
The man currently ranks first in failed attempts to pass the driving knowledge test. The second place was a woman in her 30s who had taken 117 tests but still hadn't passed, while the third place was by a 48-year-old woman who eventually passed the test on her 94th attempt, according to official figures.