Peterborough Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Peterborough recorded a 52.8% pass rate across 10,551 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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Peterborough Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Peterborough | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52.8% | 50% | +2.8 pp |
| Male | 54.5% | 50% | +4.5 pp |
| Female | 50.8% | 50% | +0.8 pp |
| First Attempt | 53.2% | 50% | +3.2 pp |
| Automatic | 47.6% | 50% | -2.4 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
45.7%
2021/22
51.6%
2022/23
49.4%
2023/24
47.2%
2024/25
50.2%
2025/26
52.8%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
10,551
Total
5,590
Male
4,961
Female
189 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Peterborough 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Peterborough.
For context, the DVSA recorded 10,551 tests here with an overall pass rate of 52.8% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 53.2%. 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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Peterborough Test Routes
We have mapped 25 real driving test routes used at Peterborough (PE1 5XA). Routes range from 10.9 km (26 mins) to 23.6 km (37 mins), with an average distance of 17 km taking around 30 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Avg Duration
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Avg Distance
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Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 10.9 km | 26 min |
| #2 | 17.6 km | 31 min |
| #3 | 23.6 km | 37 min |
| #8 | 18.8 km | 35 min |
| #11 | 13.1 km | 26 min |
| #12 | 14.5 km | 28 min |
| #13 | 17.5 km | 32 min |
| #14 | 16.4 km | 31 min |
| #15 | 13.8 km | 26 min |
| #16 | 15.2 km | 31 min |
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Roads Used in Peterborough Test Routes
Across all 25 routes, examiners at Peterborough use 138 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Peterborough
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Responding to sudden bends that break up otherwise straight road sections
- Resisting the temptation to exceed speed limits on long, empty straight roads
- Judging distance accurately on flat roads where perspective is misleading
- Managing commuter congestion on roads connecting to London-bound routes
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 11,021 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 52.8% recorded pass rate at Peterborough was 2.8 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.
Road Types to Prepare For
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How to Pass Your Driving Test at Peterborough
Expert Tips
- 1
Work on your concentration stamina for featureless road stretches where attention can wander.
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Practise maintaining accurate speed on long straight roads where the flat terrain makes limits hard to judge.
- 3
Build experience handling crosswinds, which are a genuine factor on exposed fen and coastal roads.
- 4
Get comfortable with multi-lane roundabouts by understanding your lane choice well before you reach the roundabout.
- 5
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 Peterborough
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upton | 5.4 miles | 52.6% | Above Average |
| Kettering | 24.4 miles | 49.1% | Below Average |
| Grantham (Somerby) | 26.7 miles | 57.9% | Easy |
| Wellingborough | 26.7 miles | 60% | Easy |
| Boston | 29.4 miles | 50.7% | Above 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 East of EnglandFrequently Asked Questions About Peterborough
What is the pass rate at Peterborough?+
The recorded pass rate at Peterborough is 52.8%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 10,551 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 54.5% and the female pass rate is 50.8%.
Is Peterborough a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 52.8%, 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 Peterborough have?+
Route coverage at Peterborough 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 Peterborough?+
Our preparation guide lists level crossings, A-roads, flat terrain roads, residential, 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 Peterborough?+
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 Peterborough compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Upton (52.6%, 5.4 miles away); Kettering (49.1%, 24.4 miles away); Grantham (Somerby) (57.9%, 26.7 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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