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Driving Test Centres

Compare pass rates, wait times, and get insider tips for your local test centre

58
Test Centres
45.6%
Average Pass Rate
52.3%
Highest (Stevenage)
4-6 weeks
Shortest Wait (Basildon)
Showing 58 of 58 test centres
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East London Test Centres

Our primary service area. We know these routes inside out.

Chingford

E4 8JA

41.5%
Wait: 6-8 weeks
132 Hall Lane, Chingford
Known for:
Kings Head Hill gradientChingford Mount junctions
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Goodmayes

IG3 8SH

42.8%
Wait: 6-8 weeks
548 High Road, Goodmayes
Known for:
Barley Lane RoundaboutSeven Kings junction
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Hornchurch

RM12 6LL

45.3%
Wait: 5-6 weeks
189 Station Lane, Hornchurch
Known for:
A127 Southend Arterial RoadRoneo Corner gyratory
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Loughton

IG10 1RB

45.9%
Wait: 6-8 weeks
Crown Buildings, 284 High Road, Loughton
Known for:
Goldings Hill gradientEpping Forest roads
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All Test Centres

Complete list with pass rates and wait times

Test CentreAddressPass RateWait Time
Chingford
E4 8JA
132 Hall Lane, Chingford41.5%6-8 weeksView Details →
Goodmayes
IG3 8SH
548 High Road, Goodmayes42.8%6-8 weeksView Details →
Hornchurch
RM12 6LL
189 Station Lane, Hornchurch45.3%5-6 weeksView Details →
Loughton
IG10 1RB
Crown Buildings, 284 High Road, Loughton45.9%6-8 weeksView Details →
Tilbury
RM18 7AE
Montana House, Russell Road, Tilbury51.1%5-7 weeksView Details →
Tottenham
N17 8JL
Selby Centre, Selby Road, Tottenham46.2%7-9 weeksView Details →
Wanstead
E11 2PU
53 Cambridge Park, Wanstead44.2%5-7 weeksView Details →
Ashford (Middlesex)
TW15 2DF
Town Lane48.2%5-7 weeksView Details →
Barnet
NW7 2HX
Hartley Avenue, Mill Hill44.5%7-9 weeksView Details →
Basildon
SS14 3AE
Ashdon Way50.8%4-6 weeksView Details →
Belvedere
DA17 6AH
Crabtree Manorway North49.8%4-6 weeksView Details →
Blackburn
BB1 1TF
Audley Range, Blackburn44.2%6-8 weeksView Details →
Bolton
BL3 6BD
Thynne Street, Bolton45.8%6-8 weeksView Details →
Borehamwood
WD6 1JU
Elstree Way48.9%5-7 weeksView Details →
Cheetham Hill
M8 9LW
Cheetham Hill Road, Cheetham Hill42.5%7-9 weeksView Details →
Chelmsford
CM1 3AG
Robjohns Road49.2%5-7 weeksView Details →
Chilwell
NG9 4AB
Chetwynd Road, Chilwell47.5%5-7 weeksView Details →
Colwick
NG4 2JW
Private Road No.2, Colwick46.2%6-8 weeksView Details →
Coventry
CV1 3GD
Butts Road, Coventry44.5%6-8 weeksView Details →
Croydon
CR0 1BD
Metro Point, Combe Road40.2%9-12 weeksView Details →
Enfield
EN3 7XU
Innova Business Park, Electric Avenue43.2%6-8 weeksView Details →
Failsworth
M35 0AD
Ashton Road West, Failsworth44.2%6-8 weeksView Details →
Garretts Green
B33 0SD
Granby Avenue, Garretts Green43.8%5-7 weeksView Details →
Gravesend
DA12 2PR
Imperial Business Estate, Gravesend45.5%6-8 weeksView Details →
Greenford
UB6 8TS
640 Western Avenue39.8%10-12 weeksView Details →
Harlow
CM20 2DQ
Edinburgh Way, Harlow48.2%5-7 weeksView Details →
Hayes
UB3 3NB
Pump Lane41.5%8-10 weeksView Details →
Heaton
BD9 5NS
Toller Lane, Heaton43.5%6-8 weeksView Details →
Heckmondwike
WF16 0HL
Union Street, Heckmondwike45.8%5-7 weeksView Details →
Horsforth
LS18 4PZ
Fink Hill, Horsforth48.5%5-7 weeksView Details →
Huddersfield
HD1 3HH
Manchester Road, Huddersfield44.5%6-8 weeksView Details →
Kings Heath
B14 6ER
Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre, Alcester Road South46.2%6-8 weeksView Details →
Kingstanding
B44 9UL
205 Birdbrook Road, Kingstanding45.1%5-7 weeksView Details →
Kingstanding
B44 9ST
Kingstanding Road, Kingstanding45.8%6-8 weeksView Details →
Leeds (Harehills)
LS8 3AA
Easterly Road, Harehills42.8%6-8 weeksView Details →
Leicester (Wigston)
LE18 4US
Tiger Way, Wigston45.2%6-8 weeksView Details →
Luton
LU4 8EZ
Chaul End Lane, Luton47.8%5-7 weeksView Details →
Morden
SM4 5DX
Crown House, London Road42.1%8-10 weeksView Details →
Nelson
BB9 0JT
Railway Street, Nelson46.2%5-7 weeksView Details →
Peterborough
PE1 2AU
Bourges Boulevard, Peterborough48.5%5-7 weeksView Details →
Pinner
HA5 5EH
Rayners Lane45.8%6-8 weeksView Details →
Preston
PR1 8UY
Strand Road, Preston44.5%6-8 weeksView Details →
Reading
RG2 0BX
Elgar Road South, Reading47.2%6-8 weeksView Details →
Rochdale
OL12 9BD
Halifax Road, Rochdale43.8%6-8 weeksView Details →
Sale
M33 7RE
Washway Road, Sale48.1%5-7 weeksView Details →
Sheffield (Handsworth)
S13 9BZ
Handsworth Road, Handsworth44.2%6-8 weeksView Details →
Shipley
BD17 7BP
Briggate, Shipley46.8%5-7 weeksView Details →
Sidcup
DA14 5DT
Unit 14, Cray Avenue47.3%5-7 weeksView Details →
Slough
SL1 1SU
Uxbridge Road, Slough46.8%6-8 weeksView Details →
South Yardley
B26 1EA
Clay Lane, South Yardley44.2%6-8 weeksView Details →
Southall
UB1 2RH
Lady Margaret Road38.2%9-11 weeksView Details →
Southend
SS9 5PR
Progress Road48.5%5-7 weeksView Details →
Stevenage
SG1 2DU
Six Hills Way52.3%4-5 weeksView Details →
Sutton
SM1 4AF
Throwley Way46.5%6-8 weeksView Details →
Watford
WD18 8JZ
Greenhill Crescent47.1%6-8 weeksView Details →
West Didsbury
M20 1JG
Cavendish Road, West Didsbury47.5%6-8 weeksView Details →
Wolverhampton
WV1 4BA
Newhampton Road East, Wolverhampton43.8%6-8 weeksView Details →
Wood Green
N22 5LF
Woodhall House, Lordship Lane, Wood Green43.5%6-8 weeksView Details →

How to Choose Your Test Centre

Do Consider

  • •Choose a centre where you have practiced the routes
  • •Book at a quieter centre if you struggle with heavy traffic
  • •Check wait times early and book as soon as you pass theory
  • •Practice manoeuvres in the area around the test centre

Avoid

  • •Choosing solely based on pass rate without practicing there
  • •Booking at an unfamiliar centre just because it is available
  • •Testing at a centre with road types you have not practiced
  • •Leaving booking until the last minute (wait times can be long)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which test centre has the highest pass rate in East London?

Tilbury has one of the highest pass rates in the area at 51.1%, followed by Hornchurch at 45.3% and Wanstead at 44.2%. Pass rates vary based on road complexity and traffic conditions around each centre.

How long is the wait time to book a driving test?

Wait times vary by centre. Currently, most East London centres have 5-8 week waits. Tilbury and Hornchurch often have shorter waits (4-6 weeks), while busier centres like Croydon can be 9-12 weeks.

Can I choose which test centre to take my test at?

Yes, you can book your practical test at any DVSA test centre. We recommend choosing a centre where you have practiced, as familiarity with local roads significantly improves your chances of passing.

Should I take lessons near my test centre?

Absolutely. Taking at least some lessons near your test centre is highly recommended. Your instructor can show you the common test routes, tricky junctions, and areas where most faults occur.

How do I book a driving test?

You can book your practical driving test on the GOV.UK website. You will need your provisional licence number, theory test pass certificate number, and a debit or credit card. The test costs £62 on weekdays or £75 on evenings/weekends.