Steeton Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Steeton recorded a 52.8% pass rate across 4,784 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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Steeton Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Steeton | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52.8% | 50% | +2.8 pp |
| Male | 55% | 50% | +5.0 pp |
| Female | 49.8% | 50% | -0.2 pp |
| First Attempt | 52.6% | 50% | +2.6 pp |
| Automatic | 47.9% | 50% | -2.1 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
45.6%
2021/22
52.3%
2022/23
51.9%
2023/24
50.4%
2024/25
50.5%
2025/26
52.8%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
4,784
Total
2,744
Male
2,040
Female
44 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Steeton 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Steeton.
For context, the DVSA recorded 4,784 tests here with an overall pass rate of 52.8% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 52.6%. 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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Steeton Test Routes
We have mapped 21 real driving test routes used at Steeton (BD20 6SD). Routes range from 9 km (18 mins) to 19.9 km (38 mins), with an average distance of 15.2 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
15.2 km
Avg Distance
5
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 16.2 km | 30 min |
| #2 | 18.7 km | 39 min |
| #3 | 16.7 km | 33 min |
| #4 | 18.5 km | 36 min |
| #5 | 18.8 km | 38 min |
| #6 | 16.8 km | 32 min |
| #10 | 17.4 km | 34 min |
| #12 | 12.7 km | 29 min |
| #13 | 10.5 km | 23 min |
| #14 | 9 km | 18 min |
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Roads Used in Steeton Test Routes
Across all 21 routes, examiners at Steeton use 122 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Steeton
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Interpreting priority at unmarked junctions in older residential areas
- Managing roundabouts on ring roads around Yorkshire's major cities
- Crossing narrow bridges where priority rules must be observed
- Handling wet road conditions on exposed moorland roads
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 52.8% recorded pass rate at Steeton 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 Steeton
Expert Tips
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Practise cobbled-street driving if your centre includes historic areas, as grip is reduced.
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Build experience navigating ring-road roundabouts with heavy commercial vehicle traffic.
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Build confidence crossing narrow bridges where priority rules must be observed.
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Build confidence with T-junctions on busy roads where gaps in traffic may be brief.
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Get comfortable with mini-roundabouts, common in suburban areas and testing your observation and timing.
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 Steeton
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skipton | 5.3 miles | 57.3% | Easy |
| Bradford (Heaton) | 8.7 miles | 56.1% | Easy |
| Nelson | 11.5 miles | 51.7% | Above Average |
| Bradford (Thornbury) | 11.7 miles | 47.8% | Below Average |
| Halifax | 12.5 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 Steeton
What is the pass rate at Steeton?+
The recorded pass rate at Steeton is 52.8%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 4,784 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 55% and the female pass rate is 49.8%.
Is Steeton 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 Steeton have?+
Route coverage at Steeton 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 Steeton?+
Our preparation guide lists narrow bridges, industrial 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 Steeton?+
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 Steeton compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Skipton (57.3%, 5.3 miles away); Bradford (Heaton) (56.1%, 8.7 miles away); Nelson (51.7%, 11.5 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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