49.1%

Preston Driving Test Centre

Watling Street Road, Preston, PR2 8HB

#150
National Rank
#13
In North West
+0.5%
vs Last Period
11,800
Tests/Year

Pass Rate Breakdown

49.1%
Overall
47.7%
Male
50.6%
Female
Pass rate 49.1% (-1.5% vs national avg)

Test Volume

Total Tests/Year
11,800
Passes/Year
5,794
Fails/Year
6,006

About Preston Test Centre

Preston driving test centre is located at Watling Street Road, Preston, PR2 8HB in Lancashire, North West. With a pass rate of 49.1%, it ranks #150 out of 250 DVSA test centres nationally.

Preston 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 Preston

  • Practice on roads around Leyland and Chorley 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 Preston Compares

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

Centre Details

Address
Watling Street Road, Preston
Postcode
PR2 8HB
Region
North West
County
Lancashire
Nearby Areas
Leyland, Chorley, Fulwood

Book Your Driving Test

Ready to take your test at Preston? Book through the official DVSA service.

Book on GOV.UK