Lerwick Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Lerwick recorded a 67.8% pass rate across 379 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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Lerwick Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Lerwick | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 67.8% | 50% | +17.8 pp |
| Male | 66.5% | 50% | +16.5 pp |
| Female | 69.6% | 50% | +19.6 pp |
| First Attempt | 70.3% | 50% | +20.3 pp |
| Automatic | 62.7% | 50% | +12.7 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
64.9%
2021/22
73.3%
2022/23
67.9%
2023/24
66.4%
2024/25
67.8%
2025/26
67.8%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
379
Total
218
Male
161
Female
15 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Lerwick 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Lerwick.
For context, the DVSA recorded 379 tests here with an overall pass rate of 67.8% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 70.3%. 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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Lerwick Test Routes
We have mapped 1 real driving test routes used at Lerwick (ZE1 0DJ). Routes range from 16 km (38 mins) to 16 km (38 mins), with an average distance of 16 km taking around 38 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
38 min
Avg Duration
16 km
Avg Distance
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Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 16 km | 38 min |
Roads Used in Lerwick Test Routes
Across all 1 routes, examiners at Lerwick use 13 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Lerwick
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Dealing with reduced visibility on bends through hilly or wooded terrain
- Reading the road ahead on crests where oncoming traffic may be hidden
- Maintaining appropriate speed through villages with tight speed limit changes
- Adapting to rapidly changing light conditions as roads pass through tree-lined sections
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 67.8% recorded pass rate at Lerwick was 17.8 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.
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How to Pass Your Driving Test at Lerwick
Expert Tips
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Get comfortable with varying road surfaces, as roads near your centre may transition between smoother and rougher sections.
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Practise clutch control at low speed, essential for the tight turns and gradients common around Scottish test centres.
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Dedicate extra practice time to hill starts, as even urban Scottish centres typically feature significant gradients.
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Practise judging the national speed limit on open roads. Going too slowly can be as much a fault as exceeding it.
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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 Lerwick
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orkney | 117.2 miles | 55.9% | Easy |
| Thurso | 136.3 miles | 63% | Easy |
| Wick | 136.7 miles | 59.4% | Easy |
| Fraserburgh | 172.7 miles | 64% | Easy |
| Banff | 178.8 miles | 57.5% | Easy |
Frequently Asked Questions About Lerwick
What is the pass rate at Lerwick?+
The recorded pass rate at Lerwick is 67.8%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 379 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 66.5% and the female pass rate is 69.6%.
Is Lerwick a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 67.8%, 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 Lerwick have?+
Route coverage at Lerwick 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 Lerwick?+
Our preparation guide lists country roads, roundabouts, residential, moorland 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 Lerwick?+
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 Lerwick compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Orkney (55.9%, 117.2 miles away); Thurso (63%, 136.3 miles away); Wick (59.4%, 136.7 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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