Whitby Test Centre

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

    About Whitby Test Centre

    The Whitby Driving Test Centre is situated on Sinclair Fairway, just off the A171, making it easily accessible for learners across the local area of North Yorkshire. This location means test routes will likely incorporate diverse road conditions, ranging from busy town centre driving in Whitby itself to rural roads with varying speed limits. Examiners may assess your ability to navigate Whitby's unique coastal roads, including potential exposure to narrower streets and sharper bends. Expect to encounter a mix of residential areas and main thoroughfares, testing your hazard perception and ability to adapt to different traffic scenarios. The centre's position suggests that manoeuvres could be carried out in a variety of settings, from quiet cul-de-sacs to more open car parks. Given the varied environment, a thorough understanding of all aspects of driving, from urban navigation to country road awareness, will be crucial for success at Whitby.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Whitby

    Securing a driving test at Whitby can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for available slots. However, cancellations do occur, and monitoring the DVSA booking system regularly can increase your chances of finding an earlier test. Find Me A Driving Test offers a service that meticulously scans the DVSA website 24/7 for new driving test cancellations at Whitby. This increases your opportunity to book a last-minute test, potentially allowing you to take your practical examination sooner than originally anticipated. Stay proactive in your search, and utilise tools designed to help you secure a test date faster.

    Pass rate trend at Whitby

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Whitby has improved, moving from 51.3% to 65.1% (up 13.8 percentage points). It peaked at 73.2% in 2015-16 and was lowest at 51.3% in 2007-08, with a long-run average of 61.1%. 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 65.1%
    2023-24 58.2%
    2022-23 52.2%
    2021-22 56.2%
    2020-21 58.6%
    2019-20 59.2%
    2018-19 63.4%
    2017-18 61.7%
    2016-17 71%
    2015-16 73.2%
    2014-15 69.5%
    2013-14 65.2%
    2011-12 62.3%
    2009-10 57.8%
    2008-09 51.9%
    2007-08 51.3%

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