Farnborough Test Centre

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

    About Farnborough Test Centre

    The Farnborough Driving Test Centre is situated in the town of Farnborough, Hampshire. It’s conveniently located at Unit 2, Hercules Way, Aerospace Boulevard, an area that provides a diverse range of road conditions for driving tests. Learners can expect a varied test route that incorporates different road types, from quiet residential streets to busier main roads and complex junctions. This mix ensures that candidates are thoroughly assessed on their ability to handle various traffic situations and road layouts common in Hampshire. The test routes are designed to evaluate a candidate's hazard perception, independent driving, and general road safety. While specific pass rates fluctuate, the centre typically reflects the national average, indicating a fair and consistent testing environment. Successfully navigating these routes requires strong observational skills and a confident understanding of the Highway Code.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Farnborough

    Finding driving test cancellations at Farnborough often requires persistence, as slots can be snapped up quickly. Learners looking to book an earlier test date at this Hampshire centre should regularly check the DVSA website. For a more efficient approach, services like Find Me A Driving Test continuously scan the DVSA system 24/7, alerting you to new openings at Farnborough as soon as they appear. This significantly increases your chances of securing an earlier test, saving you time and hassle.

    Pass rate trend at Farnborough

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Farnborough, from 2008-09 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2008-09 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Farnborough has improved, moving from 49.7% to 58.3% (up 8.6 percentage points). It peaked at 58.6% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 49.3% in 2009-10, with a long-run average of 54.5%. 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 58.3%
    2023-24 58.4%
    2022-23 55.8%
    2021-22 57.2%
    2020-21 58.6%
    2019-20 51.4%
    2018-19 54%
    2017-18 58.4%
    2016-17 54.3%
    2015-16 55.2%
    2014-15 54%
    2013-14 53.3%
    2012-13 50.5%
    2011-12 53.7%
    2009-10 49.3%
    2008-09 49.7%

    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 Farnborough to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.