Irvine Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Irvine Test Centre

    Irvine Driving Test Centre, nestled in the heart of North Ayrshire, provides a diverse testing environment for learner drivers. Situated at 33–35 Friars Croft, Irvine, KA12 8PW, the centre's location offers a blend of urban and residential roads, presenting a comprehensive challenge. Test routes typically incorporate busy town driving scenarios, demanding proficiency in navigating junctions, roundabouts, and pedestrian crossings. Expect to encounter a variety of road conditions, from main arterial routes to narrower, winding residential streets where hazard perception and effective anticipation are key. The proximity to areas like Kilwinning and Dreghorn means candidates should be prepared for potential country road sections, testing their ability to adapt to higher speeds and rural hazards. While no specific pass rate data is publicly available for individual centres, Irvine generally reflects the national average, suggesting a consistent level of testing difficulty. Success here hinges on thorough preparation, attention to detail, and confident application of the Highway Code.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Irvine

    Securing an early driving test at Irvine Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. Finding driving test cancellations at Irvine requires persistent checking of the DVSA website, as new slots can appear at any time. Find Me A Driving Test offers a dedicated service to help learners in this situation, scanning the DVSA website 24/7 for newly available appointments at Irvine. This significantly increases your chances of booking a test sooner than the standard waiting times, allowing you to focus on your preparations rather than constantly monitoring for cancellations.

    Pass rate trend at Irvine

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Irvine, from 2011-12 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2011-12 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Irvine has remained broadly stable, moving from 48.6% to 49.2% (up 0.6 percentage points). It peaked at 55.1% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 48.3% in 2014-15, with a long-run average of 51%. 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 49.2%
    2023-24 48.8%
    2022-23 52.8%
    2021-22 50.3%
    2020-21 55.1%
    2019-20 51.6%
    2018-19 54.2%
    2017-18 53.1%
    2016-17 52%
    2015-16 49.3%
    2014-15 48.3%
    2013-14 52.2%
    2012-13 48.6%
    2011-12 48.6%

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