Farnborough Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Farnborough recorded a 59.7% pass rate across 10,482 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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Farnborough Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Farnborough | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 59.7% | 50% | +9.7 pp |
| Male | 61.7% | 50% | +11.7 pp |
| Female | 57.6% | 50% | +7.6 pp |
| First Attempt | 60.1% | 50% | +10.1 pp |
| Automatic | 52.2% | 50% | +2.2 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
51.4%
2021/22
57.2%
2022/23
55.8%
2023/24
58.4%
2024/25
58.3%
2025/26
59.7%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
10,482
Total
5,413
Male
5,069
Female
359 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Farnborough 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Farnborough.
For context, the DVSA recorded 10,482 tests here with an overall pass rate of 59.7% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 60.1%. 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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Farnborough Test Routes
We have mapped 14 real driving test routes used at Farnborough (GU14 6UU). Routes range from 11.4 km (27 mins) to 21 km (35 mins), with an average distance of 16.4 km taking around 32 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
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Avg Duration
16.4 km
Avg Distance
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Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 11.4 km | 27 min |
| #4 | 17 km | 39 min |
| #6 | 12.9 km | 26 min |
| #8 | 18.1 km | 39 min |
| #15 | 18.2 km | 35 min |
| #16 | 16.8 km | 30 min |
| #18 | 19.9 km | 38 min |
| #19 | 19.5 km | 39 min |
| #22 | 14.4 km | 31 min |
| #23 | 14.1 km | 29 min |
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Roads Used in Farnborough Test Routes
Across all 14 routes, examiners at Farnborough use 98 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Farnborough
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Coping with heavy congestion near railway stations during peak travel times
- Handling fast-moving traffic at motorway junction roundabouts
- Queuing patiently at level crossings without creeping or misjudging the barrier timing
- Responding to sudden speed limit changes moving between villages and open road
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 8,041 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 59.7% recorded pass rate at Farnborough was 9.7 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 Farnborough
Expert Tips
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Get used to the variety of roundabout sizes here, from mini-roundabouts to large multi-lane junctions.
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Practise patience at level crossings, maintaining concentration during the wait.
- 3
Work on your awareness of cyclists and horse riders, who share many south-east lanes.
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Build your ability to make progress when safe, as driving too slowly or timidly is itself a test fault.
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Practise maintaining a steady following distance in stop-start traffic without leaving gaps so large that other drivers cut in.
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 Farnborough
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford | 8.7 miles | 57.1% | Easy |
| Chertsey (London) | 13 miles | 52.9% | Above Average |
| Reading | 14.8 miles | 55.4% | Easy |
| Basingstoke | 15.8 miles | 56.8% | Easy |
| Ashford (Kent) | 15.9 miles | 46.2% | Below Average |
Frequently Asked Questions About Farnborough
What is the pass rate at Farnborough?+
The recorded pass rate at Farnborough is 59.7%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 10,482 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 61.7% and the female pass rate is 57.6%.
Is Farnborough a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 59.7%, 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 Farnborough have?+
Route coverage at Farnborough 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 Farnborough?+
Our preparation guide lists motorway junctions, commuter routes, roundabouts, 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 Farnborough?+
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 Farnborough compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Guildford (57.1%, 8.7 miles away); Chertsey (London) (52.9%, 13 miles away); Reading (55.4%, 14.8 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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