Southampton (Maybush) Test Centre

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

    About Southampton (Maybush) Test Centre

    From its location, the Southampton (Maybush) Driving Test Centre presents a varied driving experience. Situated in a residential area, test routes often incorporate a mix of urban and suburban roads. Expect to navigate through busy junctions, roundabouts, and potentially some areas with parked cars, demanding good hazard perception and control. The test centre is conveniently placed for accessing different road types, from quieter residential streets where parallel parking and other manoeuvres are practised, to busier main roads requiring confident lane changes and appropriate speed. Pass rates for Southampton (Maybush) typically reflect national averages, suggesting that diligent practice across a range of road conditions is key to success. Test candidates should be prepared for various traffic scenarios and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the Highway Code while maintaining a calm and controlled approach throughout their test.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Southampton (Maybush)

    Driving test cancellations at Southampton (Maybush) can occur, but securing an earlier test might be possible. Many learners look for cancellations to avoid long waiting times. While direct availability can be unpredictable, services like Find Me A Driving Test continuously scan the DVSA website 24/7 for new openings at Southampton (Maybush). This constant monitoring increases the chances of finding an earlier test slot that fits your schedule, potentially enabling you to take your test sooner than initially anticipated. Be prepared to book quickly if a cancellation becomes available.

    Pass rate trend at Southampton (Maybush)

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Southampton (Maybush) has remained broadly stable, moving from 46.3% to 47.1% (up 0.8 percentage points). It peaked at 52.3% in 2011-12 and was lowest at 42.5% in 2019-20, with a long-run average of 47.4%. 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 47.1%
    2023-24 44.1%
    2022-23 43.1%
    2021-22 42.9%
    2020-21 47%
    2019-20 42.5%
    2018-19 45.8%
    2017-18 46.7%
    2016-17 46.3%
    2015-16 48.1%
    2014-15 50.4%
    2013-14 50.8%
    2012-13 49.3%
    2011-12 52.3%
    2010-11 49.9%
    2009-10 50.1%
    2008-09 49.6%
    2007-08 46.3%

    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 Southampton (Maybush) to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.