Bodmin Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Bodmin recorded a 47.5% pass rate across 6,392 tests in April 2025 - March 2026. Compare the results below, check nearby centres and plan local road practice with turn-by-turn voice navigation. Historical results describe previous tests; they do not predict your result.
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Bodmin Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Bodmin | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 47.5% | 50% | -2.5 pp |
| Male | 48.3% | 50% | -1.7 pp |
| Female | 46.5% | 50% | -3.5 pp |
| First Attempt | 45.2% | 50% | -4.8 pp |
| Automatic | 41.1% | 50% | -8.9 pp |
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026. Each category is compared with the national overall rate, not its own national subgroup. Differences are percentage points (pp).
Pass Rate by Age (17-25)
Historical Pass Rate Trend
2019/20
40.5%
2021/22
39.5%
2022/23
40.7%
2023/24
42.3%
2024/25
46.1%
2025/26
47.5%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
6,392
Total
3,384
Male
3,008
Female
67 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Bodmin reviews: what to check before your test
Learner reviews can help you spot practical details such as finding the entrance and arriving on time. A review of one test is not a measure of examiner leniency or your chance of passing. We do not publish a verified review rating for Bodmin.
For context, the DVSA recorded 6,392 tests here with an overall pass rate of 47.5% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 45.2%. Compare those figures with the full statistics above, rather than a handful of anecdotes.
- Check the review date and that it refers to this exact test-centre location.
- Use your booking confirmation to confirm arrival instructions and required documents.
- Ask your instructor which local roads and junctions to practise. Conditions and test routes can change.
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Bodmin Test Routes
We have mapped 29 real driving test routes used at Bodmin (PL31 1RD). Routes range from 5.1 km (13 mins) to 22.2 km (35 mins), with an average distance of 12.1 km taking around 26 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
26 min
Avg Duration
12.1 km
Avg Distance
3
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 7.6 km | 18 min |
| #3 | 11.4 km | 26 min |
| #5 | 12.8 km | 30 min |
| #6 | 8.1 km | 20 min |
| #7 | 10 km | 22 min |
| #8 | 5.3 km | 14 min |
| #9 | 5.1 km | 13 min |
| #10 | 8.9 km | 20 min |
| #11 | 21.2 km | 32 min |
| #12 | 22.2 km | 35 min |
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Roads Used in Bodmin Test Routes
Across all 29 routes, examiners at Bodmin use 81 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Bodmin
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Maintaining tyre grip on leaf-covered lanes during autumn months
- Handling steep coastal hills requiring precise clutch control and correct gear selection
- Navigating extremely narrow lanes where reversing may be necessary to let vehicles pass
- Watching for ponies and livestock roaming freely on unfenced moorland roads
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 47.5% recorded pass rate at Bodmin was 2.5 percentage points below the 50% national figure for April 2025 - March 2026. This compares previous candidates, not equivalent drivers taking tests at different centres. It does not establish that the examiner, roads or transmission caused the difference, and it cannot predict your result.
Road Types to Prepare For
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How to Pass Your Driving Test at Bodmin
Expert Tips
- 1
Build clutch control for the steep coastal and inland hills found around south-west centres.
- 2
Build awareness of free-roaming livestock on unfenced moorland roads.
- 3
Get used to sharing the road with horse riders, agricultural vehicles, and seasonal tourist traffic.
- 4
Work on smooth transitions between 20, 30, and 40 mph zones, as speed changes are frequent in suburban areas.
Best Time to Test
We do not have verified pass rates by appointment time or live availability for this centre. Choose a slot that works with your instructor and practise in varied traffic and weather. No appointment time guarantees an easier test.
Test Centres Near Bodmin
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | 19.7 miles | 46.3% | Below Average |
| Plymouth | 26.5 miles | 40.7% | Hard |
| Plymouth LGV | 26.5 miles | 20.3% | Hard |
| Camborne | 30.9 miles | 40.6% | Hard |
| Penzance | 43.2 miles | 46.5% | Below Average |
Frequently Asked Questions About Bodmin
What is the pass rate at Bodmin?+
The recorded pass rate at Bodmin is 47.5%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 6,392 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 48.3% and the female pass rate is 46.5%.
Is Bodmin a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 47.5%, compared with 50% nationally during April 2025 - March 2026. Rates describe previous candidates and do not isolate road difficulty or examiner behaviour. Your preparation and safe driving matter more than a centre ranking.
How many test routes does Bodmin have?+
Route coverage at Bodmin can change. You can explore available practice routes with turn-by-turn navigation in the Test Routes Expert app.
What roads are commonly used at Bodmin?+
Our preparation guide lists moorland roads, market town streets, country roads, residential, roundabouts. Ask your instructor which apply to your local practice. Available route examples can help you prepare, but the examiner can change roads and directions on test day.
What's the best time to take a driving test at Bodmin?+
We do not have verified pass rates by appointment time or live availability for this centre. Choose a slot that works with your instructor and practise in varied traffic and weather. No appointment time guarantees an easier test.
How does Bodmin compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Launceston (46.3%, 19.7 miles away); Plymouth (40.7%, 26.5 miles away); Plymouth LGV (20.3%, 26.5 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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