PLAB 2 Mock Exams (GMC-Style) | PLAB Guide Academy Manchester
PLAB 2 Mock
Exams
Real exam pressure. Examiner-style feedback. Targeted improvement.
Our PLAB 2 Mock Exams are designed to replicate the real GMC exam experience as closely as possible โ helping you improve timing, communication, structure and examiner-style scoring before it counts.
โก Limited places per session โ secure yours early
What You Get
What's Included
16-Station Full Mock
Full mock exam with authentic GMC-style timing and station structure โ just like the real thing.
Examiner-Style Marking
Targeted, actionable feedback from experienced examiners using GMC-aligned marking criteria.
Audio Recordings
Access to audio recordings of all 16 stations for self-reflection, plus personal examiner feedback recordings to revisit.
Identify Weak Areas Fast
Performance review to pinpoint your key weaknesses with a clear, focused plan for the final weeks.
GMC-Style Result Card
Receive a structured result card mirroring the real GMC outcome format so you know exactly where you stand.
Open Practice Till 18:00
Stay and practice freely on our manikins and equipment for the rest of the day after your mock โ no restrictions.
Full Spectrum Coverage
GMC-Style Station Types
Our mock covers all major station categories you will face in the real PLAB 2 exam, tested under authentic time pressure.
Communication & Counselling
Breaking bad news, explaining diagnoses, addressing patient concerns, and delivering difficult conversations with empathy and clarity.
Data Gathering & History Taking
Structured history-taking stations with ICE exploration, red flag identification, and systematic clinical enquiry.
Clinical Examination
Focused examination stations testing correct technique, fluency, and the ability to present findings concisely to the examiner.
Management & Clinical Reasoning
Investigations, differentials, treatment planning and safe prescribing decisions explained clearly to the examiner.
Ethics & Law
Consent, capacity, confidentiality and safeguarding scenarios testing your knowledge of GMC Good Medical Practice.
Targeted Improvement
Common Mistakes
We Fix
Poor Signposting
Failing to guide the patient and examiner through the consultation structure clearly.
Weak ICE Exploration
Missing or superficial Ideas, Concerns and Expectations โ a common scoring differentiator.
Missing Red Flags
Failing to ask for or act on critical safety-relevant symptoms during history taking.
Unclear Explanations
Using jargon, being too brief, or failing to check patient understanding after explaining.
Weak Closure & Safety-Netting
Ending abruptly without summarising, safety-netting, or checking if the patient has further questions.
Timing Issues
Running over or finishing too early โ losing marks through poor time management within each station.
Is This Right for You?
Who Should
Book a Mock?
These mocks are ideal for candidates who have started preparation and want a realistic exam rehearsal with detailed feedback to refine their performance before the real thing.
What You'll Gain
A clear understanding of marking expectations, improved consultation structure, and a focused action plan for the final weeks of your preparation.
Confidence Under Pressure
There is no substitute for practising under real exam conditions. Our mock environment replicates the pressure so the actual exam feels familiar.
Practical Information
Course Details
16
Stations
GMC exam format
1
Full Day
Practice till 18:00
๐ Location
PLAB Guide Academy
308 Moseley Road
Levenshulme
Manchester, M19 2LH
Format
In-Person
Manchester
Small group sessions
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked
Questions
When should I book my mock exam?
We recommend booking when you have started your PLAB 2 preparation and have covered the major station types. Ideally 4โ8 weeks before your actual exam date, giving you time to act on the feedback.
Is the mock exactly like the real PLAB 2 exam?
Our mock closely replicates the real exam in terms of station types, timing, format and examiner marking style. While we cannot guarantee identical stations, the experience is designed to be as authentic as possible.
What is included in the feedback?
You receive examiner-style written feedback per station, a GMC-style result card, audio recordings of your performance across all 16 stations, and personal audio feedback from your examiners to listen back and identify specific mistakes.
Can I stay and practice after the mock?
Yes. After your mock exam you are welcome to stay and practise freely on our manikins and equipment until 18:00, with no restrictions. This is a great opportunity to immediately work on the areas identified in your feedback.
Where is the mock held?
All PLAB 2 Mock sessions are held at PLAB Guide Academy, 308 Moseley Road, Levenshulme, Manchester, M19 2LH. The centre is well-connected by public transport and has parking nearby.
I have already failed PLAB 2 once โ is this suitable for me?
Absolutely. Many of our mock candidates are re-sitting candidates. The detailed feedback and performance review is especially valuable for understanding exactly what went wrong and building a targeted improvement plan.
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PLAB 2?
Book your PLAB 2 Mock Exam and walk into the real exam with the confidence that comes from realistic, examiner-led practice and targeted feedback.
Limited places per session โ places fill quickly