47.1%

Darlington Driving Test Centre

Morton Park, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4PJ

#183
National Rank
#9
In North East
+0.8%
vs Last Period
9,200
Tests/Year

Pass Rate Breakdown

47.1%
Overall
45.6%
Male
48.8%
Female
Pass rate 47.1% (-3.5% vs national avg)

Test Volume

Total Tests/Year
9,200
Passes/Year
4,333
Fails/Year
4,867

About Darlington Test Centre

Darlington driving test centre is located at Morton Park, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4PJ in County Durham, North East. With a pass rate of 47.1%, it ranks #183 out of 250 DVSA test centres nationally.

Darlington 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 Darlington

  • Practice on roads around Newton Aycliffe and Bishop Auckland 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 Darlington Compares

Compared to the North East regional average of 48.8%, Darlington is below average. The national average sits at 50.6%.

Centre Details

Address
Morton Park, Darlington, County Durham
Postcode
DL1 4PJ
Region
North East
Nearby Areas
Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland, Shildon

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