Workington Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Cumbria.

    About Workington Test Centre

    Workington Driving Test Centre is located in the coastal town of Workington, Cumbria. Positioned at Derwent Howe Enterprise Centre, Northside, it offers a varied driving environment encompassing urban and semi-rural roads. Test routes frequently include negotiation of roundabouts like those found on the A596 and A66, often requiring precise observation and signalling. Tight residential streets, alongside open stretches of road, will assess a learner's ability to adapt their driving to different speed limits and conditions. The area's proximity to the Cumbrian coastline also means candidates may encounter diverse weather conditions, impacting visibility and road surfaces. With a pass rate typically around the national average, Workington presents a fair and comprehensive test of driving skill. Preparing for a range of scenarios, from bustling town traffic to quieter suburban areas, is key to success.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Workington

    For those seeking an earlier test date at Workington Driving Test Centre, cancellations can be a viable option. Learners should be aware that test slots become available unpredictably. While manual checking of the DVSA website is possible, it is often time-consuming and can result in missed opportunities. Find Me A Driving Test offers a continuous 24/7 scanning service for cancellation appointments at Workington, alerting users as soon as a suitable slot arises. This significantly increases the chances of securing an earlier test, allowing candidates to take their practical exam sooner.

    Pass rate trend at Workington

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Workington, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Workington has declined, moving from 54% to 48.3% (down 5.7 percentage points). It peaked at 60.4% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 48.3% in 2024-25, with a long-run average of 53.6%. Pass rates vary year-to-year due to changes in test demand, examiner availability, candidate readiness and local route difficulty — these figures are taken directly from DVSA's published statistics.

    Year-by-year pass rate

    Year Pass rate
    2024-25 48.3%
    2023-24 54.6%
    2022-23 57.7%
    2021-22 57.2%
    2020-21 60.4%
    2019-20 50.4%
    2018-19 50.6%
    2017-18 51.1%
    2016-17 55.6%
    2015-16 54%
    2014-15 53.8%
    2013-14 54.8%
    2012-13 53.6%
    2011-12 51.4%
    2010-11 50.9%
    2009-10 52.6%
    2008-09 52.9%
    2007-08 54%

    Frequently asked questions

    You can move your test to these test centres

    From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from Workington to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.