* Video footage of a reverse park on a driving lesson

* Make any adjustments to the left door mirror (if used) before you start the maneouvre. Check to ensure that it is safe to pull away from the side of the road, remembering the blind spot. Signal to stop if neccessary as you come alongside the target car. Give way to any other road users, but should they pull up or stop to allow you to finish, then carry on with the exercise.

* Remove the seatbelt if it makes the exercise easier.

* During this maneouvre it's important to keep checking for approaching and following traffic, cyclists and pedestrians. At least two right shoulder checks should be used .

* Remember during the maneouvre, you can pull forward if you have to correct your position.