Speke (Liverpool) Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Speke (Liverpool) recorded a 40.5% pass rate across 8,159 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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Speke (Liverpool) Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Speke (Liverpool) | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 40.5% | 50% | -9.5 pp |
| Male | 39.7% | 50% | -10.3 pp |
| Female | 41.7% | 50% | -8.3 pp |
| First Attempt | 41.5% | 50% | -8.5 pp |
| Automatic | 37.2% | 50% | -12.8 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
33.8%
2021/22
33.1%
2022/23
29%
2023/24
33.1%
2024/25
38.6%
2025/26
40.5%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
8,159
Total
4,771
Male
3,388
Female
29 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Speke (Liverpool) 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Speke (Liverpool).
For context, the DVSA recorded 8,159 tests here with an overall pass rate of 40.5% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 41.5%. 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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Speke (Liverpool) Test Routes
We have mapped 14 real driving test routes used at Speke (Liverpool) (L19 2QR). Routes range from 10.1 km (24 mins) to 16.4 km (37 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
2
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 13.5 km | 32 min |
| #2 | 11.9 km | 27 min |
| #3 | 11.7 km | 26 min |
| #4 | 13.5 km | 30 min |
| #5 | 10.7 km | 25 min |
| #6 | 14.3 km | 36 min |
| #7 | 16.4 km | 37 min |
| #8 | 12.6 km | 29 min |
| #9 | 12.9 km | 30 min |
| #10 | 14.1 km | 32 min |
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Roads Used in Speke (Liverpool) Test Routes
Across all 14 routes, examiners at Speke (Liverpool) use 90 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Speke (Liverpool)
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Maintaining lane discipline approaching large retail park roundabouts
- Managing complex junction layouts in older industrial town centres
- Dealing with heavy rain, which is more frequent in the north-west than most regions
- Coping with steep hills in towns built on Lancashire and Pennine hillsides
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 40.5% recorded pass rate at Speke (Liverpool) was 9.5 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 Speke (Liverpool)
Expert Tips
- 1
Practise merging with fast-moving traffic on dual carriageways near motorway connections.
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Practise wet-weather driving, as the north-west has some of the highest rainfall in England.
- 3
Work on hill starts if your centre is near the Pennine foothills, where gradients can catch out flat-ground drivers.
- 4
Build confidence with T-junctions on busy roads where gaps in traffic may be brief.
- 5
Work on smooth transitions between 20, 30, and 40 mph zones, as speed changes are frequent in suburban areas.
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 Speke (Liverpool)
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widnes | 5.7 miles | 42.7% | Hard |
| Norris Green (Liverpool) | 6.4 miles | 37.8% | Hard |
| Wallasey | 8.4 miles | 54.3% | Above Average |
| St Helens (Liverpool) | 8.5 miles | 40.9% | Hard |
| Chester | 11.6 miles | 47.3% | Below Average |
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View all centres in North WestFrequently Asked Questions About Speke (Liverpool)
What is the pass rate at Speke (Liverpool)?+
The recorded pass rate at Speke (Liverpool) is 40.5%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 8,159 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 39.7% and the female pass rate is 41.7%.
Is Speke (Liverpool) a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 40.5%, 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 Speke (Liverpool) have?+
Route coverage at Speke (Liverpool) 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 Speke (Liverpool)?+
Our preparation guide lists steep hills, tram corridors, 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 Speke (Liverpool)?+
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 Speke (Liverpool) compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Widnes (42.7%, 5.7 miles away); Norris Green (Liverpool) (37.8%, 6.4 miles away); Wallasey (54.3%, 8.4 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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