51.2%

Bedford Driving Test Centre

Ampthill Road, Bedford, MK42 9AB

#115
National Rank
#7
In East of England
+0.5%
vs Last Period
10,200
Tests/Year

Pass Rate Breakdown

51.2%
Overall
49.7%
Male
52.8%
Female
Pass rate 51.2% (+0.6% vs national avg)

Test Volume

Total Tests/Year
10,200
Passes/Year
5,222
Fails/Year
4,978

About Bedford Test Centre

Bedford driving test centre is located at Ampthill Road, Bedford, MK42 9AB in Bedfordshire, East of England. With a pass rate of 51.2%, it ranks #115 out of 250 DVSA test centres nationally.

Bedford has a pass rate close to the national average of 50.6%. The test routes here include a typical mix of residential roads, main roads, and junctions that provide a balanced assessment of driving ability.

Tips for Passing at Bedford

  • Practice on roads around Kempston and Woburn to familiarise yourself with likely test routes
  • Pay special attention to mirror checks and observations at junctions
  • Book your test for mid-morning or early afternoon to avoid rush hour traffic
  • Take a mock test with your instructor on the most common test routes from this centre
  • Arrive 10 minutes early and familiarise yourself with the car park exit

How Bedford Compares

Compared to the East of England regional average of 51.5%, Bedford is below average. The national average sits at 50.6%.

Centre Details

Address
Ampthill Road, Bedford
Postcode
MK42 9AB
County
Bedfordshire
Nearby Areas
Kempston, Woburn, Sandy

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