answer:It’s not that it would be “inappropriate”, it just wouldn’t (and shouldn’t) matter. Driving examiners are used to first-time drivers being nervous about passing. That’s part of what they deal with day in and day out. (I’d like to see how this works in Europe, where friends there tell me that no one passes their first exam. It’s unheard-of.) Tell him you’re nervous if you want, but don’t expect sympathy or “better marking” because of it. All you need to do is demonstrate that you can control the vehicle and obey the laws. I suggest that you spend some time (near the test) with someone who you get along with very well and who is a very patient and good driver – and have that person play the part of the examiner with you.