Ullapool Test Centre

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

    About Ullapool Test Centre

    Ullapool Driving Test Centre is situated in the picturesque village of Ullapool, Highland, offering a unique testing environment amidst stunning Scottish landscapes. The centre is located on Market Street, a central point within the village, providing easy access for candidates. Test routes typically encompass a variety of road conditions, from the narrower, winding rural roads characteristic of the Highlands to the slightly busier village streets. Candidates should prepare for scenarios such as navigating around parked vehicles, encountering local traffic, and demonstrating control on roads with varying speed limits. The routes often include junctions and roundabouts that, whilst not overly complex, require confident decision-making. Given the rural setting, awareness of potential hazards like livestock and slow-moving agricultural vehicles is crucial. The pass rate for Ullapool is not publicly disaggregated by the DVSA, but nationally in the UK, the average pass rate is around 48.7%. Learners should focus on developing robust all-round driving skills.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Ullapool

    Due to its remote location and smaller operational footprint, driving test cancellations at Ullapool Driving Test Centre can occur, sometimes at short notice. This can be due to instructor availability, examiner illness, or adverse weather conditions common in the Highland region, which can affect road safety. Securing a new test date can be challenging, especially if you're aiming for a specific timeframe. Find Me A Driving Test continuously scans the DVSA booking system 24/7 for new cancellations and earlier test dates at Ullapool, helping you find an alternative quickly. Our service increases your chances of getting a suitable test slot without the need for constant manual checking.

    Pass rate trend at Ullapool

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Ullapool has improved, moving from 52.2% to 74.6% (up 22.4 percentage points). It peaked at 78.4% in 2021-22 and was lowest at 46.3% in 2015-16, with a long-run average of 63.3%. 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 74.6%
    2023-24 68.6%
    2022-23 75.8%
    2021-22 78.4%
    2019-20 72.7%
    2018-19 75%
    2017-18 59%
    2016-17 74.5%
    2015-16 46.3%
    2014-15 62.5%
    2013-14 62.2%
    2012-13 53.4%
    2011-12 53.8%
    2009-10 50%
    2008-09 53.3%
    2007-08 52.2%

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