Aberdeen North Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Aberdeen North Test Centre

    The Aberdeen North Driving Test Centre is situated on Cloverhill Road in Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, postcode AB23 8FE. This location means test routes will likely feature a blend of urban and suburban driving environments. Learners can expect to navigate residential streets, potentially encountering diverse road types from quiet cul-de-sacs to busier main roads. The area around Bridge of Don may also include challenges such as roundabouts and junctions that vary in complexity. Test candidates should be prepared for situations involving varying speed limits and potential exposure to dual carriageways or more open road conditions. Familiarity with these varied road types will be beneficial for navigating the driving test successfully. While specific pass rates for Aberdeen North are not publicly detailed, preparing for a mix of road conditions is key.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Aberdeen North

    Driving test cancellations at Aberdeen North Driving Test Centre (AB23 8FE) can be challenging to secure due to high demand. Learners often search for earlier test dates, which become available when other candidates reschedule or cancel. Various factors can lead to cancellations, including changes in personal circumstances or a learner feeling unprepared. Find Me A Driving Test offers a 24/7 scanning service for the DVSA booking system, significantly increasing the chances of finding short-notice test slots at Aberdeen North. This service alerts learners instantly, providing an opportunity to book revised test dates promptly.

    Pass rate trend at Aberdeen North

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Aberdeen North, from 2014-15 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2014-15 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Aberdeen North has declined, moving from 45.6% to 43.1% (down 2.5 percentage points). It peaked at 56.6% in 2017-18 and was lowest at 43.1% in 2024-25, with a long-run average of 50.5%. 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 43.1%
    2023-24 43.4%
    2022-23 47.8%
    2021-22 55.7%
    2020-21 56.4%
    2019-20 50.9%
    2018-19 55.5%
    2017-18 56.6%
    2016-17 49.8%
    2015-16 50.3%
    2014-15 45.6%

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