No — Band 7 allows some errors. What matters is using a range of structures with errors that rarely cause misunderstanding.
IELTS Grammar: The Passive Voice
The passive is useful for describing processes (Task 1) and for formal, objective writing.
The rules with examples
- Form: be + past participle: “The data were collected over ten years.”
- Process description: “The beans are then roasted and ground.”
- Objective tone: “It is widely believed that…”
Common mistakes to avoid
- Overusing the passive, which can sound heavy — mix with active sentences.
- Wrong participle: “The report was wrote” → “was written”.
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