41.8%

Bradford Driving Test Centre

Canal Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4SL

#234
National Rank
#15
In Yorkshire and the Humber
-0.8%
vs Last Period
14,100
Tests/Year

Pass Rate Breakdown

41.8%
Overall
40.2%
Male
43.5%
Female
Pass rate 41.8% (-8.8% vs national avg)

Test Volume

Total Tests/Year
14,100
Passes/Year
5,894
Fails/Year
8,206

About Bradford Test Centre

Bradford driving test centre is located at Canal Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4SL in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber. With a pass rate of 41.8%, it ranks #234 out of 250 DVSA test centres nationally.

Bradford has a below-average pass rate, making it one of the more challenging centres. This is often due to busy roads, complex junctions, and heavy traffic on the test routes. Extra preparation and familiarity with local roads is recommended.

Tips for Passing at Bradford

  • Practice on roads around Shipley and Keighley 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 Bradford Compares

Compared to the Yorkshire and the Humber regional average of 47.4%, Bradford is below average. The national average sits at 50.6%.

Centre Details

Address
Canal Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire
Postcode
BD1 4SL
Nearby Areas
Shipley, Keighley, Bingley

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