Aberfeldy Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Aberfeldy Test Centre

    Aberfeldy Driving Test Centre is situated in the picturesque Scottish Highlands, offering a unique test environment. Learners can expect a diverse range of road conditions, from quiet residential streets to rural roads with varying speed limits. The test routes often incorporate the A827, requiring confident handling of main roads and an awareness of local traffic, including agricultural vehicles. Manoeuvres may be tested in the numerous car parks and quieter streets around the town, demanding precision and control. The centre's 52% pass rate, slightly below the national average, suggests that candidates should be thoroughly prepared for a varied and potentially challenging test. This makes diligent practice and familiarity with both urban and rural driving scenarios essential for success.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Aberfeldy

    Driving test cancellations at Aberfeldy can occur due to various reasons, such as examiner availability or adverse weather conditions common in the Highlands. Securing an earlier test date can be challenging, but services like Find Me A Driving Test can help. We continuously scan the DVSA website 24/7 for new cancellations at Aberfeldy, increasing your chances of finding a sooner appointment. This can be particularly beneficial if you're looking to take your test sooner than initially planned.

    Pass rate trend at Aberfeldy

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Aberfeldy, from 2007-08 to 2023-24 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2023-24, the pass rate at Aberfeldy has improved, moving from 43.2% to 48.6% (up 5.4 percentage points). It peaked at 71.6% in 2021-22 and was lowest at 43.2% in 2007-08, with a long-run average of 51.6%. 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
    2023-24 48.6%
    2021-22 71.6%
    2017-18 56.3%
    2016-17 54.3%
    2015-16 52.5%
    2014-15 48.1%
    2013-14 43.5%
    2012-13 47.1%
    2011-12 50.6%
    2008-09 51.7%
    2007-08 43.2%

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