Borehamwood (London) Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Borehamwood (London) recorded a 50.8% pass rate across 7,195 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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Borehamwood (London) Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Borehamwood (London) | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 50.8% | 50% | +0.8 pp |
| Male | 51.2% | 50% | +1.2 pp |
| Female | 50.2% | 50% | +0.2 pp |
| First Attempt | 49.2% | 50% | -0.8 pp |
| Automatic | 48.4% | 50% | -1.6 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
50.7%
2021/22
52.1%
2022/23
51.6%
2023/24
47.7%
2024/25
46.8%
2025/26
50.8%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
7,195
Total
4,282
Male
2,913
Female
59 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Borehamwood (London) 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Borehamwood (London).
For context, the DVSA recorded 7,195 tests here with an overall pass rate of 50.8% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 49.2%. 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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Borehamwood (London) Test Routes
We have mapped 17 real driving test routes used at Borehamwood (London) (WC2N 5DS). Routes range from 9.5 km (24 mins) to 19.9 km (38 mins), with an average distance of 15.1 km taking around 33 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
33 min
Avg Duration
15.1 km
Avg Distance
9
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 16.6 km | 38 min |
| #2 | 10.8 km | 32 min |
| #6 | 16.6 km | 38 min |
| #7 | 10.8 km | 32 min |
| #9 | 14.7 km | 31 min |
| #10 | 13 km | 27 min |
| #11 | 11.5 km | 27 min |
| #12 | 14.8 km | 29 min |
| #13 | 18.2 km | 33 min |
| #14 | 11.4 km | 30 min |
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Roads Used in Borehamwood (London) Test Routes
Across all 17 routes, examiners at Borehamwood (London) use 90 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Borehamwood (London)
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Dealing with aggressive lane-changing from other drivers on urban dual carriageways
- Managing tight turns in residential streets with limited visibility past parked vehicles
- Maintaining composure at congested crossroads with multiple traffic light phases
- Navigating busy multi-lane roundabouts with heavy traffic flow
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 7,798 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 50.8% recorded pass rate at Borehamwood (London) was 0.8 percentage points above 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 Borehamwood (London)
Expert Tips
- 1
Practise driving on narrow streets where you may need to give way to oncoming traffic between parked cars.
- 2
Get comfortable with bus lane rules, including the times they are active and when you may legally use them.
- 3
Learn to read complex junction road markings quickly, as hesitation at junctions is a common fault at London centres.
- 4
Practise maintaining a steady following distance in stop-start traffic without leaving gaps so large that other drivers cut in.
- 5
Practise parallel parking in realistic conditions with vehicles in front and behind your target space.
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 Borehamwood (London)
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill (London) | 5.4 miles | 51.4% | Above Average |
| St Albans | 5.4 miles | 50.7% | Above Average |
| Watford | 5.6 miles | 46.2% | Below Average |
| Barnet (London) | 5.8 miles | 49.9% | Below Average |
| Hendon (London) | 7.4 miles | 51.4% | Above Average |
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View all centres in Greater LondonFrequently Asked Questions About Borehamwood (London)
What is the pass rate at Borehamwood (London)?+
The recorded pass rate at Borehamwood (London) is 50.8%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 7,195 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 51.2% and the female pass rate is 50.2%.
Is Borehamwood (London) a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 50.8%, 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 Borehamwood (London) have?+
Route coverage at Borehamwood (London) 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 Borehamwood (London)?+
Our preparation guide lists cycle lanes, pedestrian zones, bus lanes, 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 Borehamwood (London)?+
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 Borehamwood (London) compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Mill Hill (London) (51.4%, 5.4 miles away); St Albans (50.7%, 5.4 miles away); Watford (46.2%, 5.6 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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