Burton on Trent Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Burton on Trent recorded a 54.7% pass rate across 7,273 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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Burton on Trent Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Burton on Trent | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 54.7% | 50% | +4.7 pp |
| Male | 55.8% | 50% | +5.8 pp |
| Female | 53.3% | 50% | +3.3 pp |
| First Attempt | 56.5% | 50% | +6.5 pp |
| Automatic | 43.9% | 50% | -6.1 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
52.1%
2021/22
48.2%
2022/23
51.7%
2023/24
52.5%
2024/25
54.1%
2025/26
54.7%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
7,273
Total
4,185
Male
3,088
Female
103 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Burton on Trent 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Burton on Trent.
For context, the DVSA recorded 7,273 tests here with an overall pass rate of 54.7% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 56.5%. 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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Burton on Trent Test Routes
We have mapped 9 real driving test routes used at Burton on Trent (DE14 1DD). Routes range from 10.1 km (25 mins) to 17.9 km (29 mins), with an average distance of 13.8 km taking around 29 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Avg Duration
13.8 km
Avg Distance
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Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #2 | 14.1 km | 34 min |
| #12 | 12 km | 33 min |
| #13 | 10.1 km | 25 min |
| #14 | 12.1 km | 28 min |
| #15 | 16 km | 24 min |
| #16 | 16.5 km | 27 min |
| #17 | 17.9 km | 29 min |
| #18 | 12.2 km | 25 min |
| #19 | 13.5 km | 33 min |
Roads Used in Burton on Trent Test Routes
Across all 9 routes, examiners at Burton on Trent use 63 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Burton on Trent
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Adjusting to varying speed limits through extended built-up areas
- Interpreting worn lane markings on heavily trafficked roundabout approaches
- Handling continuous urban driving with junctions every few hundred metres
- Responding to complex road layouts in older market town centres
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 54.7% recorded pass rate at Burton on Trent was 4.7 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 Burton on Trent
Expert Tips
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Get used to reading worn lane markings at speed, as heavy traffic wears road paint faster here than in quieter areas.
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Build confidence with continuous urban driving where junctions come every few hundred metres.
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Build experience navigating older market town centres with narrow, irregular road layouts.
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Practise driving through residential areas where parked cars create pinch points requiring you to judge priority.
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Get comfortable with mini-roundabouts, common in suburban areas and testing your observation and timing.
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 Burton on Trent
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derby (Alvaston) | 10.6 miles | 51.8% | Above Average |
| Lichfield | 11.6 miles | 53% | Above Average |
| Loughborough | 18 miles | 42.3% | Hard |
| Nottingham (Chilwell) | 18.2 miles | 49.9% | Below Average |
| Stafford | 20.3 miles | 45.8% | Below Average |
Frequently Asked Questions About Burton on Trent
What is the pass rate at Burton on Trent?+
The recorded pass rate at Burton on Trent is 54.7%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 7,273 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 55.8% and the female pass rate is 53.3%.
Is Burton on Trent a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 54.7%, 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 Burton on Trent have?+
Route coverage at Burton on Trent 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 Burton on Trent?+
Our preparation guide lists A-roads, canal bridges, mini-roundabouts, 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 Burton on Trent?+
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 Burton on Trent compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Derby (Alvaston) (51.8%, 10.6 miles away); Lichfield (53%, 11.6 miles away); Loughborough (42.3%, 18 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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