Bradford (Thornbury) Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Bradford (Thornbury) recorded a 47.8% pass rate across 10,831 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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Bradford (Thornbury) Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Bradford (Thornbury) | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 47.8% | 50% | -2.2 pp |
| Male | 50.7% | 50% | +0.7 pp |
| Female | 43.4% | 50% | -6.6 pp |
| First Attempt | 47.5% | 50% | -2.5 pp |
| Automatic | 42.3% | 50% | -7.7 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
45.9%
2021/22
50.4%
2022/23
50.3%
2023/24
51.4%
2024/25
47.1%
2025/26
47.8%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
10,831
Total
6,437
Male
4,394
Female
89 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Bradford (Thornbury) 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Bradford (Thornbury).
For context, the DVSA recorded 10,831 tests here with an overall pass rate of 47.8% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 47.5%. 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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Bradford (Thornbury) Test Routes
We have mapped 14 real driving test routes used at Bradford (Thornbury) (BD3 7AY). Routes range from 9.2 km (25 mins) to 18 km (33 mins), with an average distance of 12.5 km taking around 31 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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31 min
Avg Duration
12.5 km
Avg Distance
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Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 10.4 km | 25 min |
| #3 | 17.2 km | 38 min |
| #4 | 12.6 km | 31 min |
| #12 | 18 km | 33 min |
| #13 | 12.6 km | 30 min |
| #14 | 11.6 km | 27 min |
| #15 | 11.7 km | 31 min |
| #16 | 13.3 km | 33 min |
| #17 | 10.5 km | 28 min |
| #18 | 10.5 km | 28 min |
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Roads Used in Bradford (Thornbury) Test Routes
Across all 14 routes, examiners at Bradford (Thornbury) use 120 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Bradford (Thornbury)
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Dealing with heavy goods vehicles on industrial estate approaches
- Navigating narrow roads between stone walls where passing is tight
- Interpreting priority at unmarked junctions in older residential areas
- Driving on cobbled surfaces that reduce tyre grip in wet conditions
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 47.8% recorded pass rate at Bradford (Thornbury) was 2.2 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 Bradford (Thornbury)
Expert Tips
- 1
Practise driving between stone walls where passing oncoming vehicles requires precise positioning.
- 2
Build confidence crossing narrow bridges where priority rules must be observed.
- 3
Build experience navigating ring-road roundabouts with heavy commercial vehicle traffic.
- 4
Get comfortable with mini-roundabouts, common in suburban areas and testing your observation and timing.
- 5
Practise driving through residential areas where parked cars create pinch points requiring you to judge priority.
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 Bradford (Thornbury)
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford (Heaton) | 3 miles | 56.1% | Easy |
| Horsforth | 4 miles | 49.7% | Below Average |
| Heckmondwike | 6.6 miles | 45.8% | Below Average |
| Leeds | 6.9 miles | 50.2% | Above Average |
| Halifax | 8.1 miles | 45% | Hard |
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View all centres in Yorkshire and the HumberFrequently Asked Questions About Bradford (Thornbury)
What is the pass rate at Bradford (Thornbury)?+
The recorded pass rate at Bradford (Thornbury) is 47.8%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 10,831 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 50.7% and the female pass rate is 43.4%.
Is Bradford (Thornbury) a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 47.8%, 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 Bradford (Thornbury) have?+
Route coverage at Bradford (Thornbury) 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 Bradford (Thornbury)?+
Our preparation guide lists roundabouts, steep hills, industrial roads, residential. 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 Bradford (Thornbury)?+
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 Bradford (Thornbury) compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Bradford (Heaton) (56.1%, 3 miles away); Horsforth (49.7%, 4 miles away); Heckmondwike (45.8%, 6.6 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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