South Shields Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Tyne and Wear.

    About South Shields Test Centre

    South Shields Driving Test Centre is situated in the town of South Shields, Tyne and Wear, offering a practical driving test experience in a diverse urban environment. Test routes from this centre typically incorporate a variety of road conditions, including busy town roads, residential streets, and potentially dual carriageways leading out of the town. Learners can expect to navigate through areas with varying speed limits, intricate junctions, and potential hazards such as parked cars and pedestrian crossings, common in a built-up area like South Shields. The test centre's location means candidates will need to demonstrate strong observation skills and confident decision-making in a live traffic setting. Historically, pass rates at centres in urban areas can be challenging due to the complexity of the road networks, suggesting candidates should be thoroughly prepared for a demanding test.

    Driving Test Cancellations at South Shields

    Driving test cancellations for South Shields Driving Test Centre can become available at short notice. Due to high demand, securing an earlier test date often relies on frequent checking of the DVSA booking system. Find Me A Driving Test offers a service that constantly monitors the DVSA website for new cancellations at South Shields, 24/7. This increases the chances of learners finding an earlier test date that fits their schedule, potentially reducing waiting times for their practical examination at this specific centre.

    Pass rate trend at South Shields

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at South Shields, from 2007-08 to 2021-22 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2021-22, the pass rate at South Shields has improved, moving from 45% to 47.1% (up 2.1 percentage points). It peaked at 52.7% in 2013-14 and was lowest at 45% in 2007-08, with a long-run average of 48.3%. 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
    2021-22 47.1%
    2020-21 49.2%
    2019-20 47.1%
    2018-19 47.2%
    2017-18 46.9%
    2016-17 46.4%
    2015-16 47%
    2014-15 51%
    2013-14 52.7%
    2012-13 49.5%
    2011-12 47.8%
    2010-11 48.9%
    2009-10 48.9%
    2008-09 49.2%
    2007-08 45%

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