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Colchester Driving Test Centre in Colchester

Welcome to your personalised guide for the Colchester Driving Test Centre. Explore tailored pass-rate forecasts, peak traffic windows for your chosen day, and everything you need to plan a confident driving test in Colchester.

How Colchester compares

Candidates testing here currently achieve a pass rate of 48.00%, which is slightly below the UK-wide average of 48.70%. Automatic car and first-attempt figures are shown for quick comparison.

UK Overall Pass Rate
48.70%
Colchester Overall
48.00%
Colchester Automatic
42.62%
Colchester 1st Attempt
47.06%

Additional breakdowns by gender are included below when data is available.

Male candidates

UK male pass rate
49.50%
Colchester male pass rate
48.50%
Colchester male automatic
44.58%
Colchester male first attempt
48.63%

Female candidates

UK female pass rate
47.60%
Colchester female pass rate
47.30%
Colchester female automatic
41.18%
Colchester female first attempt
44.97%

Calculate Your Pass Rate

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Centre average: 48.00% · UK average: 48.70%

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Traffic Planner

Plan the calmest test slot with hourly traffic levels between 06:00 and 21:00 based on typical Google Maps conditions.

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Source: Google Maps

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Tip: Nearby schools often create extra congestion around 08:30–09:30 and 15:00–16:00. Avoid those peaks where possible.

Key Tips for Passing at Colchester Driving Test Centre

  • Familiarize yourself with the local roads and common test routes.
  • Practice driving during the test centre's peak hours to get used to traffic conditions.
  • Ensure you're comfortable with maneuvers that are frequently tested in this area.
  • Consider taking a mock test with a local instructor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pass rate at Colchester Driving Test Centre?
The pass rate is 48.00% as of 2025.
How do I get to Colchester Driving Test Centre?
Colchester Driving Test Centre is located at Grange Way, Colchester. You can view the map above for directions.
When is the quietest time to book a test?
Use the traffic planner on this page to check hourly congestion from 06:00–21:00. Aim for the green (low traffic) slots and steer clear of the amber/red periods that often align with school runs and evening rush hour.

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency data, last updated September 2025, licensed under the Open Government Licence