Leicester (Wigston) Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Leicester (Wigston) Test Centre

    The Leicester (Wigston) Driving Test Centre is situated at 40 Magellan Close, Wigston, Leicester, LE18 2XG. This modern centre provides a practical testing environment for learner drivers in Leicestershire. Test routes from Wigston typically encompass a diverse range of road conditions, reflecting both urban and suburban driving challenges. Learners can expect to navigate busy residential areas, negotiate complex junctions, and encounter various speed limits. The routes are designed to assess a candidate's ability to adapt to different traffic scenarios and demonstrate safe driving practices. Examiners will observe how candidates handle situations such as mini-roundabouts, pedestrian crossings, and school zones. While specific pass rates fluctuate, the nature of Wigston's routes suggests an emphasis on comprehensive hazard perception and independent decision-making. Therefore, thorough preparation across a variety of road types is crucial for success at this centre.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Leicester (Wigston)

    Finding driving test cancellations at Leicester (Wigston) can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for practical test slots. However, services like Find Me A Driving Test continuously scan the DVSA website 24/7, helping candidates secure earlier test dates. This proactive approach significantly increases the chances of finding a suitable cancellation at the Leicester (Wigston) centre, enabling learners to take their test sooner. Staying updated and acting quickly when cancellations appear is key to booking a preferred slot at this busy location.

    Pass rate trend at Leicester (Wigston)

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Leicester (Wigston), from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Leicester (Wigston) has improved, moving from 41.6% to 43.9% (up 2.3 percentage points). It peaked at 45.6% in 2015-16 and was lowest at 41.2% in 2008-09, with a long-run average of 42.9%. 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 43.9%
    2023-24 43.7%
    2022-23 42.3%
    2021-22 42.7%
    2020-21 43.2%
    2019-20 41.9%
    2018-19 42.6%
    2017-18 43.4%
    2016-17 44.9%
    2015-16 45.6%
    2014-15 44.9%
    2013-14 41.3%
    2012-13 41.4%
    2011-12 41.2%
    2009-10 43.2%
    2008-09 41.2%
    2007-08 41.6%

    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 Leicester (Wigston) to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.