Lincoln Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Lincoln Test Centre

    The Lincoln Driving Test Centre is situated in a convenient urban location, providing a diverse range of driving conditions for learners. Test routes from this centre typically incorporate busy town roads, quieter residential streets, and a variety of junctions and traffic controls. Candidates should expect to encounter scenarios such as multi-lane roundabouts, crossroads with traffic lights, and potential dual carriageways, assessing their ability to adapt to varying speeds and traffic flows. The centre's location means routes often feature residential areas with parked cars, demanding good hazard perception and control in confined spaces. Historically, pass rates at Lincoln are around the national average, suggesting a fair and consistent testing environment. This requires candidates to demonstrate a solid understanding of roadcraft and a confident application of their driving skills across a spectrum of scenarios.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Lincoln

    Driving test cancellations at Lincoln Driving Test Centre can become available at short notice. Learners aiming to book a test sooner than the standard waiting period can utilise cancellation services. Find Me A Driving Test actively scans the DVSA website 24/7 for new driving test slots and cancellations specifically at Lincoln. This increases the chances of securing an earlier test, allowing candidates to take their practical driving test without extensive delays. Staying prepared for a short-notice test is crucial if you are intending to use such a service.

    Pass rate trend at Lincoln

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2008-09 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Lincoln has remained broadly stable, moving from 50% to 49.8% (down 0.2 percentage points). It peaked at 53.8% in 2011-12 and was lowest at 45.4% in 2019-20, with a long-run average of 50.1%. 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 49.8%
    2023-24 48.3%
    2022-23 50.8%
    2021-22 51.7%
    2020-21 50.9%
    2019-20 45.4%
    2018-19 48%
    2017-18 49.6%
    2016-17 49.5%
    2015-16 49.2%
    2014-15 49.5%
    2013-14 53.5%
    2012-13 53.5%
    2011-12 53.8%
    2009-10 48.2%
    2008-09 50%

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