Featherstone Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Featherstone recorded a 36.4% pass rate across 13,193 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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Featherstone Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Featherstone | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 36.4% | 50% | -13.6 pp |
| Male | 38.2% | 50% | -11.8 pp |
| Female | 34.3% | 50% | -15.7 pp |
| First Attempt | 35.1% | 50% | -14.9 pp |
| Automatic | 35.3% | 50% | -14.7 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
38%
2021/22
37.8%
2022/23
38.5%
2023/24
33.6%
2024/25
34.1%
2025/26
36.4%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
13,193
Total
7,242
Male
5,951
Female
59 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Featherstone 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Featherstone.
For context, the DVSA recorded 13,193 tests here with an overall pass rate of 36.4% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 35.1%. 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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Featherstone Test Routes
We have mapped 15 real driving test routes used at Featherstone (WV10 7JD). Routes range from 11.3 km (24 mins) to 18.4 km (38 mins), with an average distance of 14.6 km taking around 30 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
30 min
Avg Duration
14.6 km
Avg Distance
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Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 11.5 km | 28 min |
| #2 | 18.4 km | 38 min |
| #3 | 15.6 km | 34 min |
| #4 | 13.4 km | 31 min |
| #5 | 16.9 km | 32 min |
| #6 | 15.3 km | 27 min |
| #7 | 16 km | 38 min |
| #8 | 18.1 km | 39 min |
| #9 | 13.6 km | 28 min |
| #10 | 13.1 km | 26 min |
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Roads Used in Featherstone Test Routes
Across all 15 routes, examiners at Featherstone use 99 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Featherstone
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Responding to sudden gradient changes in hilly terrain
- Managing roundabouts on ring roads around Yorkshire's major cities
- Crossing narrow bridges where priority rules must be observed
- Maintaining control in crosswinds on elevated, exposed road sections
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 14,070 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 36.4% recorded pass rate at Featherstone was 13.6 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 Featherstone
Expert Tips
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Get comfortable with wet-weather and crosswind driving on exposed moorland stretches.
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Practise cobbled-street driving if your centre includes historic areas, as grip is reduced.
- 3
Practise driving between stone walls where passing oncoming vehicles requires precise positioning.
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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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Get comfortable with multi-lane roundabouts by understanding your lane choice well before you reach the roundabout.
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 Featherstone
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontefract | 2.2 miles | 46.9% | Below Average |
| Wakefield | 5.7 miles | 45.4% | Below Average |
| Barnsley | 10 miles | 58.5% | Easy |
| Leeds | 11.2 miles | 50.2% | Above Average |
| Heckmondwike | 13.1 miles | 45.8% | Below Average |
Looking for a higher pass rate? Some nearby centres have better statistics. Compare options above to find the best fit for you.
View all centres in Yorkshire and the HumberFrequently Asked Questions About Featherstone
What is the pass rate at Featherstone?+
The recorded pass rate at Featherstone is 36.4%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 13,193 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 38.2% and the female pass rate is 34.3%.
Is Featherstone a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 36.4%, 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 Featherstone have?+
Route coverage at Featherstone 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 Featherstone?+
Our preparation guide lists residential, moorland roads, industrial roads, cobbled streets, 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 Featherstone?+
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 Featherstone compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Pontefract (46.9%, 2.2 miles away); Wakefield (45.4%, 5.7 miles away); Barnsley (58.5%, 10 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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