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Darlington Driving Test Centre in Darlington

Welcome to your personalised guide for the Darlington 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 Darlington.

How Darlington compares

Candidates testing here currently achieve a pass rate of 49.20%, which is slightly above the UK-wide average of 48.70%. Automatic car and first-attempt figures are shown for quick comparison.

UK Overall Pass Rate
48.70%
Darlington Overall
49.20%
Darlington Automatic
43.59%
Darlington 1st Attempt
48.05%

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

Male candidates

UK male pass rate
49.50%
Darlington male pass rate
48.40%
Darlington male automatic
42.50%
Darlington male first attempt
47.53%

Female candidates

UK female pass rate
47.60%
Darlington female pass rate
50.40%
Darlington female automatic
44.74%
Darlington female first attempt
48.80%

Calculate Your Pass Rate

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Centre average: 49.20% · 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 Darlington 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 Darlington Driving Test Centre?
The pass rate is 49.20% as of 2025.
How do I get to Darlington Driving Test Centre?
Darlington Driving Test Centre is located at DVSA, Darlington. 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