Galashiels Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Scottish Borders.

    About Galashiels Test Centre

    ### Galashiels Driving Test Centre: Your Route to Success in the Scottish Borders The Galashiels Driving Test Centre is situated in the heart of the Scottish Borders, offering a varied testing experience for learner drivers. Located at Tweedbank Industrial Estate, Galashiels, TD1 3HS, the centre provides an excellent starting point for navigating different road conditions. Test routes from Galashiels typically encompass a mix of urban and rural driving. Expect to encounter residential streets with parked cars, town centre traffic, and potentially some faster-flowing A-roads like the A7, which links Galashiels with other Border towns. Examiner focus will be on your ability to safely handle varied speed limits, junctions, and pedestrian crossings. You should also be prepared for potential country roads, which may feature sharper bends and require careful observation for oncoming traffic and hazards such as agricultural vehicles or cyclists. The location itself, within an industrial estate, means learners should be proficient in navigating roundabouts and understanding various road markings as they enter and exit the estate. The diverse nature of the routes aims to assess your all-round driving ability and your capacity to adapt to different environments. Learners should focus on proactive observation, effective use of mirrors, and confident decision-making to excel in this varied setting.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Galashiels

    Driving test cancellations at Galashiels are a common concern for learners keen to book their test quickly. Securing an earlier test date can significantly shorten your wait time. While cancellations do occur due to various reasons, they can be difficult to find manually. Learners should be aware that the availability of short-notice tests at Galashiels can fluctuate. Find Me A Driving Test actively scans the DVSA booking system 24/7 for cancellations at this centre. This service alerts you to any newly available slots, increasing your chances of finding an earlier driving test in Galashiels. By utilising such a service, you can potentially reduce your waiting period and take your test sooner.

    Pass rate trend at Galashiels

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Galashiels has declined, moving from 56.8% to 49.1% (down 7.7 percentage points). It peaked at 67.9% in 2021-22 and was lowest at 49.1% in 2024-25, with a long-run average of 57.4%. 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 49.1%
    2023-24 58.9%
    2022-23 58.7%
    2021-22 67.9%
    2020-21 67.5%
    2019-20 53.6%
    2018-19 55.8%
    2017-18 59.6%
    2016-17 63.1%
    2015-16 56%
    2014-15 54%
    2013-14 54.5%
    2012-13 59.5%
    2011-12 58.8%
    2009-10 50.6%
    2008-09 51.2%
    2007-08 56.8%

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