Tottenham Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Tottenham recorded a 48.9% pass rate across 9,844 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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Tottenham Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Tottenham | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 48.9% | 50% | -1.1 pp |
| Male | 51.2% | 50% | +1.2 pp |
| Female | 45.6% | 50% | -4.4 pp |
| First Attempt | 48.1% | 50% | -1.9 pp |
| Automatic | 48% | 50% | -2.0 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
39.6%
2021/22
44%
2022/23
46%
2023/24
48.7%
2024/25
47.9%
2025/26
48.9%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
9,844
Total
5,743
Male
4,101
Female
29 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Tottenham 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Tottenham.
For context, the DVSA recorded 9,844 tests here with an overall pass rate of 48.9% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 48.1%. 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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Tottenham Test Routes
We have mapped 16 real driving test routes used at Tottenham (N17 8JL). Routes range from 6 km (19 mins) to 11.1 km (35 mins), with an average distance of 8.3 km taking around 24 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
24 min
Avg Duration
8.3 km
Avg Distance
2
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 7.7 km | 18 min |
| #2 | 10.3 km | 29 min |
| #3 | 9.1 km | 26 min |
| #4 | 6.7 km | 21 min |
| #5 | 7.3 km | 24 min |
| #6 | 11.1 km | 35 min |
| #7 | 8.8 km | 27 min |
| #8 | 10.3 km | 29 min |
| #10 | 6.5 km | 20 min |
| #11 | 10.1 km | 30 min |
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Roads Used in Tottenham Test Routes
Across all 16 routes, examiners at Tottenham use 129 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Tottenham
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Executing parallel parking in spaces between tightly parked cars on narrow streets
- Maintaining composure at congested crossroads with multiple traffic light phases
- Responding to cyclists filtering through traffic at junctions and traffic lights
- Dealing with aggressive lane-changing from other drivers on urban dual carriageways
- Dealing with the volume of traffic typical of a busy urban centre handling 12,178 tests per year
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 48.9% recorded pass rate at Tottenham was 1.1 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 Tottenham
Expert Tips
- 1
Get comfortable with bus lane rules, including the times they are active and when you may legally use them.
- 2
Practise driving on narrow streets where you may need to give way to oncoming traffic between parked cars.
- 3
Practise pulling away from traffic lights swiftly but safely, as slow starts can frustrate following traffic in the capital.
- 4
Work on clutch control for the frequent slow-speed manoeuvring required in urban test routes.
- 5
Practise maintaining a steady following distance in stop-start traffic without leaving gaps so large that other drivers cut in.
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 Tottenham
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chingford (London) | 2.6 miles | 39.9% | Hard |
| Wood Green (London) | 3.3 miles | 46.8% | Below Average |
| Wanstead (London) | 4.4 miles | 44.4% | Hard |
| Enfield (Innova Business Park) | 4.6 miles | 53.9% | Above Average |
| Enfield (Brancroft Way) | 4.7 miles | 46.1% | Below 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 Greater LondonFrequently Asked Questions About Tottenham
What is the pass rate at Tottenham?+
The recorded pass rate at Tottenham is 48.9%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 9,844 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 51.2% and the female pass rate is 45.6%.
Is Tottenham a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 48.9%, 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 Tottenham have?+
Route coverage at Tottenham 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 Tottenham?+
Our preparation guide lists residential, high streets, multi-lane junctions, cycle lanes, 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 Tottenham?+
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 Tottenham compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Chingford (London) (39.9%, 2.6 miles away); Wood Green (London) (46.8%, 3.3 miles away); Wanstead (London) (44.4%, 4.4 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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