How early should I arrive at this test centre?

Arrive at Leicester (Cannock Street) Driving Test Centre no more than 10-15 minutes before your scheduled test time. This allows sufficient time to park and prepare without causing congestion for other candidates.

How long does the practical test take here?

The practical driving test at Leicester (Cannock Street), like all DVSA driving tests, lasts approximately 40 minutes. This includes time for independent driving, general driving, and a manoeuvre.

Can a driving instructor sit in on the test?

Yes, your driving instructor can sit in on your practical test at Leicester (Cannock Street). This can be beneficial for feedback and understanding areas for improvement, regardless of the test outcome.

How do I cancel or reschedule my test at this centre?

You can cancel or reschedule your driving test at Leicester (Cannock Street) online via the DVSA website. You must provide at least three working days' notice to avoid losing your test fee.

How soon can I rebook if I fail?

If you fail your driving test at Leicester (Cannock Street), you must wait at least 10 working days before you can rebook a new test. This waiting period allows time for further practice and improvement.

Can I change my test to this centre after booking?

Yes, you can change your driving test to Leicester (Cannock Street) after booking, provided there are available slots. You can do this through the DVSA's online booking system.

Leicester (Cannock Street) Driving Test Centre

About Leicester (Cannock Street) Test Centre

Leicester (Cannock Street) Driving Test Centre is situated in a bustling urban area, offering a diverse and challenging environment for learner drivers. Test routes typically encompass a mix of road types, from busy main roads like the A50 and A6, to quieter residential streets, and complex junctions such as those found around the city centre. This variety aims to assess a driver's ability to adapt to different traffic conditions and road layouts. The centre's location means candidates should be prepared for scenarios involving heavy traffic, pedestrians, and cyclists, demanding excellent observational skills and anticipation. While specific pass rates fluctuate, centres in urban settings often present a stern test, suggesting a pass rate that reflects the complexity of navigating a city. Practising independent driving and various manoeuvres in similar conditions to those surrounding the centre is highly recommended for prospective test takers.

Driving Test Cancellations at Leicester (Cannock Street)

Driving test cancellations at Leicester (Cannock Street) can arise unexpectedly. Booking a test at this popular urban centre can be challenging due to high demand. If your initial test date is too far off, securing an earlier slot often means vigilant searching for cancellations. Find Me A Driving Test constantly monitors the DVSA booking system 24/7 for new openings at Leicester (Cannock Street). This continuous scanning increases your chances of finding and booking a short-notice cancellation that suits your schedule, helping you potentially take your test sooner at this busy location.

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Pass rate trend at Leicester (Cannock Street)

Pass rate over time

Annual pass rate at Leicester (Cannock Street), from 2014-15 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

Between 2014-15 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Leicester (Cannock Street) has improved, moving from 35.5% to 37.7% (up 2.2 percentage points). It peaked at 45.1% in 2016-17 and was lowest at 35% in 2018-19, with a long-run average of 39.4%. 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	37.7%
2023-24	37%
2022-23	39.1%
2021-22	39.2%
2020-21	44.5%
2019-20	40.8%
2018-19	35%
2017-18	36.5%
2016-17	45.1%
2015-16	43%
2014-15	35.5%

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