Leeds Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Leeds recorded a 50.2% pass rate across 7,346 tests in April 2024 - March 2025. 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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Leeds Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Leeds | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 50.2% | 48.7% | +1.5 pp |
| Male | 51.7% | 48.7% | +3.0 pp |
| Female | 48.4% | 48.7% | -0.3 pp |
| First Attempt | 50.9% | 48.7% | +2.2 pp |
| Automatic | 45.2% | 48.7% | -3.5 pp |
Data period: April 2024 - March 2025. 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
34.7%
2021/22
38.6%
2022/23
43.6%
2023/24
48.4%
2024/25
50.2%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2024 - March 2025
7,346
Total
3,954
Male
3,392
Female
68 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Leeds 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Leeds.
For context, the DVSA recorded 7,346 tests here with an overall pass rate of 50.2% in April 2024 - March 2025. The first-attempt pass rate was 50.9%. 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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Leeds Test Routes
We have mapped 15 real driving test routes used at Leeds (LS9 6NF). Routes range from 10.1 km (24 mins) to 16.9 km (31 mins), with an average distance of 12.4 km taking around 25 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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12.4 km
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Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 11 km | 26 min |
| #2 | 12.4 km | 24 min |
| #3 | 11.3 km | 23 min |
| #4 | 10.1 km | 24 min |
| #5 | 12.3 km | 23 min |
| #6 | 12 km | 25 min |
| #7 | 10.7 km | 22 min |
| #8 | 14.6 km | 29 min |
| #9 | 11 km | 21 min |
| #10 | 12.3 km | 23 min |
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Roads Used in Leeds Test Routes
Across all 15 routes, examiners at Leeds use 90 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Leeds
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Responding to sudden gradient changes in hilly terrain
- Navigating narrow roads between stone walls where passing is tight
- Executing hill starts on steep gradients found throughout Yorkshire's towns
- Managing roundabouts on ring roads around Yorkshire's major cities
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 50.2% recorded pass rate at Leeds was 1.5 percentage points above the 48.7% national figure for April 2024 - March 2025. 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 Leeds
Expert Tips
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Dedicate serious practice to hill starts, as Yorkshire gradients are among the steepest on UK test routes.
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Practise driving between stone walls where passing oncoming vehicles requires precise positioning.
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Practise cobbled-street driving if your centre includes historic areas, as grip is reduced.
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Build confidence with T-junctions on busy roads where gaps in traffic may be brief.
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 Leeds
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsforth | 4.9 miles | 49.7% | Above Average |
| Bradford (Thornbury) | 6.9 miles | 47.8% | Below Average |
| Wakefield | 8.1 miles | 45.4% | Below Average |
| Heckmondwike | 8.2 miles | 45.8% | Below Average |
| Bradford (Heaton) | 9.7 miles | 56.1% | Easy |
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 Leeds
What is the pass rate at Leeds?+
The recorded pass rate at Leeds is 50.2%. The national average is 48.7%. These figures are based on 7,346 tests conducted during April 2024 - March 2025. The male pass rate is 51.7% and the female pass rate is 48.4%.
Is Leeds a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 50.2%, compared with 48.7% nationally during April 2024 - March 2025. 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 Leeds have?+
Route coverage at Leeds 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 Leeds?+
Our preparation guide lists roundabouts, residential, cobbled streets, terraced streets. 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 Leeds?+
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 Leeds compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Horsforth (49.7%, 4.9 miles away); Bradford (Thornbury) (47.8%, 6.9 miles away); Wakefield (45.4%, 8.1 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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