47.9%

Blackburn Driving Test Centre

Whalley New Road, Blackburn, BB1 6LD

#169
National Rank
#16
In North West
-0.5%
vs Last Period
12,200
Tests/Year

Pass Rate Breakdown

47.9%
Overall
46.5%
Male
49.4%
Female
Pass rate 47.9% (-2.7% vs national avg)

Test Volume

Total Tests/Year
12,200
Passes/Year
5,844
Fails/Year
6,356

About Blackburn Test Centre

Blackburn driving test centre is located at Whalley New Road, Blackburn, BB1 6LD in Lancashire, North West. With a pass rate of 47.9%, it ranks #169 out of 250 DVSA test centres nationally.

Blackburn 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 Blackburn

  • Practice on roads around Accrington and Darwen 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 Blackburn Compares

Compared to the North West regional average of 50%, Blackburn is below average. The national average sits at 50.6%.

Centre Details

Address
Whalley New Road, Blackburn
Postcode
BB1 6LD
Region
North West
County
Lancashire
Nearby Areas
Accrington, Darwen, Great Harwood

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