Kettering Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Kettering Test Centre

    The Kettering Driving Test Centre is situated on Orion Way in Kettering, Northamptonshire. This location provides a great starting point for a diverse range of test routes. Learners can expect to navigate through residential streets, offering practice in hazard perception and dealing with parked cars. The routes will also likely incorporate busier urban roads, where managing traffic and complex junctions will be key. Furthermore, the proximity to various road types means candidates should be prepared for potential dual carriageway sections, requiring confident observation and lane discipline. The test centre's position allows for a comprehensive assessment of driving skills, ensuring candidates are well-prepared for real-world driving scenarios. While specific pass rates fluctuate, preparing for these varied conditions is crucial for success.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Kettering

    Finding driving test cancellations at Kettering Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for practical tests. Find Me A Driving Test constantly scans the DVSA website 24/7 for new test slots and cancellations at Kettering. This service significantly increases your chances of securing an earlier test date. Don't rely solely on manual checks; let our system alert you to immediate availability at Kettering Driving Test Centre.

    Pass rate trend at Kettering

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Kettering, from 2008-09 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2008-09 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Kettering has remained broadly stable, moving from 47.5% to 46% (down 1.5 percentage points). It peaked at 51% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 40.5% in 2021-22, 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
    2024-25 46%
    2023-24 48.4%
    2022-23 44.8%
    2021-22 40.5%
    2020-21 51%
    2019-20 47.8%
    2018-19 50.9%
    2017-18 50.3%
    2016-17 49.6%
    2015-16 50.5%
    2014-15 50.2%
    2013-14 49.1%
    2012-13 49.5%
    2011-12 48.3%
    2009-10 48.2%
    2008-09 47.5%

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