Scunthorpe Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in North Lincolnshire.

    About Scunthorpe Test Centre

    The Scunthorpe Driving Test Centre is situated in the heart of North Lincolnshire, conveniently located off Brigg Road. This position means learners can expect a diverse range of test routes, encompassing both urban driving challenges and opportunities for higher-speed navigation on arterial roads. The urban sections will likely feature scenarios such as navigating busy town centre traffic, negotiating roundabouts, and dealing with various pedestrian crossings. Routes will also extend to residential areas, testing a candidate's ability to handle narrower streets, parked cars, and potential hazards like children playing. Given its location, test routes will invariably incorporate sections of dual carriageways, assessing a candidate's ability to safely join, exit, and maintain appropriate speeds. Understanding the local road network, including the flow of traffic on key routes, will be beneficial. While specific pass rates fluctuate, preparation across these varied environments is key to success.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Scunthorpe

    Finding driving test cancellations at Scunthorpe can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waits for available test slots directly through the DVSA. However, services like Find Me A Driving Test continuously scan the DVSA system 24/7 for new cancellation openings at the Scunthorpe centre. This significantly increases your chances of securing an earlier test date. By monitoring around the clock, these services can alert you to last-minute availability, helping you avoid prolonged waiting periods and take your test sooner at Scunthorpe.

    Pass rate trend at Scunthorpe

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Scunthorpe has declined, moving from 49.5% to 44.4% (down 5.1 percentage points). It peaked at 49.5% in 2007-08 and was lowest at 40.5% in 2023-24, with a long-run average of 45%. 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 44.4%
    2023-24 40.5%
    2022-23 42.7%
    2021-22 47.2%
    2020-21 45.1%
    2019-20 46%
    2018-19 45.9%
    2017-18 47.1%
    2016-17 43.5%
    2015-16 46.2%
    2014-15 42.4%
    2013-14 42.8%
    2012-13 42.7%
    2011-12 44.3%
    2009-10 46.4%
    2008-09 49%
    2007-08 49.5%

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