Dunoon Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Dunoon recorded a 71.5% pass rate across 193 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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Dunoon Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Dunoon | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 71.5% | 50% | +21.5 pp |
| Male | 67.6% | 50% | +17.6 pp |
| Female | 76.8% | 50% | +26.8 pp |
| First Attempt | 72.2% | 50% | +22.2 pp |
| Automatic | 60.5% | 50% | +10.5 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
61.2%
2021/22
58.6%
2022/23
56%
2023/24
55.4%
2024/25
62.8%
2025/26
71.5%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
193
Total
111
Male
82
Female
5 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Dunoon 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Dunoon.
For context, the DVSA recorded 193 tests here with an overall pass rate of 71.5% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 72.2%. 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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Dunoon Test Routes
We have mapped 5 real driving test routes used at Dunoon (PA23 8KP). Routes range from 10.3 km (25 mins) to 15.3 km (29 mins), with an average distance of 13.2 km taking around 27 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 10.3 km | 25 min |
| #2 | 15.3 km | 29 min |
| #3 | 13.8 km | 27 min |
| #4 | 12.8 km | 22 min |
| #5 | 13.7 km | 32 min |
Roads Used in Dunoon Test Routes
Across all 5 routes, examiners at Dunoon use 37 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Dunoon
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Coping with varied road surfaces including loose gravel at rural junctions
- Responding to slow-moving agricultural vehicles on country roads
- Adapting to rapidly changing light conditions as roads pass through tree-lined sections
- Maintaining appropriate speed through villages with tight speed limit changes
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 71.5% recorded pass rate at Dunoon was 21.5 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 Dunoon
Expert Tips
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Familiarise yourself with passing place etiquette if the test routes include any single-track sections near your centre.
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Dedicate extra practice time to hill starts, as even urban Scottish centres typically feature significant gradients.
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Build confidence with overtaking slower vehicles safely on single-carriageway A-roads.
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Develop your awareness of road surface changes, particularly after rain when grip may be reduced.
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Practise responding to unexpected hazards such as animals or debris on the road.
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 Dunoon
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenock | 6.5 miles | 41.7% | Hard |
| Dumbarton | 13.7 miles | 52.8% | Above Average |
| Inveraray | 20.4 miles | 69.4% | Easy |
| Lochgilphead | 20.6 miles | 56.4% | Easy |
| Paisley | 20.6 miles | 48.6% | Below Average |
Frequently Asked Questions About Dunoon
What is the pass rate at Dunoon?+
The recorded pass rate at Dunoon is 71.5%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 193 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 67.6% and the female pass rate is 76.8%.
Is Dunoon a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 71.5%, 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 Dunoon have?+
Route coverage at Dunoon 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 Dunoon?+
Our preparation guide lists passing places, dual carriageway, village streets, single-track roads. 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 Dunoon?+
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 Dunoon compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Greenock (41.7%, 6.5 miles away); Dumbarton (52.8%, 13.7 miles away); Inveraray (69.4%, 20.4 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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