Swindon Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Swindon recorded a 51.1% pass rate across 12,857 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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Swindon Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Swindon | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 51.1% | 50% | +1.1 pp |
| Male | 51.6% | 50% | +1.6 pp |
| Female | 50.5% | 50% | +0.5 pp |
| First Attempt | 50.8% | 50% | +0.8 pp |
| Automatic | 45.4% | 50% | -4.6 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
47.5%
2021/22
46.6%
2022/23
46.7%
2023/24
47.5%
2024/25
49.3%
2025/26
51.1%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
12,857
Total
6,861
Male
5,996
Female
338 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Swindon 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Swindon.
For context, the DVSA recorded 12,857 tests here with an overall pass rate of 51.1% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 50.8%. 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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Swindon Test Routes
We have mapped 13 real driving test routes used at Swindon (SN5 5BL). Routes range from 11.3 km (24 mins) to 19.9 km (35 mins), with an average distance of 15 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 km
Avg Distance
19
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 11.8 km | 28 min |
| #12 | 12.5 km | 28 min |
| #13 | 19.9 km | 35 min |
| #16 | 15.4 km | 34 min |
| #17 | 18.7 km | 38 min |
| #20 | 11.3 km | 24 min |
| #21 | 17.6 km | 30 min |
| #22 | 16.4 km | 31 min |
| #23 | 13.9 km | 31 min |
| #24 | 14.7 km | 29 min |
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Roads Used in Swindon Test Routes
Across all 13 routes, examiners at Swindon use 91 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Swindon
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Navigating through historic market towns with narrow streets and tight corners
- Handling steep coastal hills requiring precise clutch control and correct gear selection
- Coping with wet roads from the region's higher-than-average rainfall
- Judging speed on rolling terrain where gradients change frequently
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 9,470 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 51.1% recorded pass rate at Swindon was 1.1 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 Swindon
Expert Tips
- 1
Work on your gear selection for descents, relying on engine braking rather than just your foot brake.
- 2
Get used to sharing the road with horse riders, agricultural vehicles, and seasonal tourist traffic.
- 3
Build clutch control for the steep coastal and inland hills found around south-west centres.
- 4
Practise parallel parking in realistic conditions with vehicles in front and behind your target space.
- 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 Swindon
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon LGV | 0 miles | 24.7% | Hard |
| Chippenham | 15.9 miles | 56.4% | Easy |
| Greenham | 24.4 miles | 56.5% | Easy |
| Culham LGV | 24.6 miles | 61.1% | Easy |
| Trowbridge | 24.7 miles | 55.2% | Easy |
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View all centres in South WestFrequently Asked Questions About Swindon
What is the pass rate at Swindon?+
The recorded pass rate at Swindon is 51.1%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 12,857 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 51.6% and the female pass rate is 50.5%.
Is Swindon a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 51.1%, 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 Swindon have?+
Route coverage at Swindon 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 Swindon?+
Our preparation guide lists A-roads, residential, steep hills, market town streets, 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 Swindon?+
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 Swindon compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Swindon LGV (24.7%, 0 miles away); Chippenham (56.4%, 15.9 miles away); Greenham (56.5%, 24.4 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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