Horsforth Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Horsforth recorded a 49.7% pass rate across 12,466 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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Horsforth Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Horsforth | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 49.7% | 50% | -0.3 pp |
| Male | 49% | 50% | -1.0 pp |
| Female | 50.5% | 50% | +0.5 pp |
| First Attempt | 51.1% | 50% | +1.1 pp |
| Automatic | 45.2% | 50% | -4.8 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
45.1%
2021/22
48.9%
2022/23
49.8%
2023/24
50.3%
2024/25
51.3%
2025/26
49.7%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
12,466
Total
7,033
Male
5,433
Female
116 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Horsforth 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Horsforth.
For context, the DVSA recorded 12,466 tests here with an overall pass rate of 49.7% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 51.1%. 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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Horsforth Test Routes
We have mapped 12 real driving test routes used at Horsforth (LS18 5NY). Routes range from 10.5 km (27 mins) to 15 km (38 mins), with an average distance of 13 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
13 km
Avg Distance
4
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 14.2 km | 34 min |
| #2 | 14.3 km | 26 min |
| #3 | 13.8 km | 26 min |
| #4 | 11 km | 27 min |
| #5 | 13.4 km | 31 min |
| #6 | 12.4 km | 32 min |
| #7 | 10.5 km | 27 min |
| #8 | 11.5 km | 29 min |
| #9 | 15 km | 38 min |
| #10 | 13.4 km | 32 min |
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Roads Used in Horsforth Test Routes
Across all 12 routes, examiners at Horsforth use 113 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Horsforth
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Maintaining control in crosswinds on elevated, exposed road sections
- Interpreting priority at unmarked junctions in older residential areas
- Executing hill starts on steep gradients found throughout Yorkshire's towns
- Crossing narrow bridges where priority rules must be observed
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 11,935 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 49.7% recorded pass rate at Horsforth was 0.3 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 Horsforth
Expert Tips
- 1
Work on your observation at unmarked junctions in older residential areas.
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Build experience navigating ring-road roundabouts with heavy commercial vehicle traffic.
- 3
Build confidence crossing narrow bridges where priority rules must be observed.
- 4
Build your ability to make progress when safe, as driving too slowly or timidly is itself a test fault.
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Work on clutch control for the frequent slow-speed manoeuvring required in urban test routes.
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 Horsforth
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford (Thornbury) | 4 miles | 47.8% | Below Average |
| Leeds | 4.9 miles | 50.2% | Above Average |
| Bradford (Heaton) | 5.7 miles | 56.1% | Easy |
| Heckmondwike | 9.2 miles | 45.8% | Below Average |
| Halifax | 12.1 miles | 45% | Hard |
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 Horsforth
What is the pass rate at Horsforth?+
The recorded pass rate at Horsforth is 49.7%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 12,466 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 49% and the female pass rate is 50.5%.
Is Horsforth a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 49.7%, 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 Horsforth have?+
Route coverage at Horsforth 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 Horsforth?+
Our preparation guide lists narrow bridges, steep hills, 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 Horsforth?+
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 Horsforth compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Bradford (Thornbury) (47.8%, 4 miles away); Leeds (50.2%, 4.9 miles away); Bradford (Heaton) (56.1%, 5.7 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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