Weston-super-Mare Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Weston-super-Mare recorded a 61% pass rate across 4,443 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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Weston-super-Mare Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Weston-super-Mare | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 61% | 50% | +11.0 pp |
| Male | 62.4% | 50% | +12.4 pp |
| Female | 59.5% | 50% | +9.5 pp |
| First Attempt | 61.3% | 50% | +11.3 pp |
| Automatic | 54.8% | 50% | +4.8 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
54%
2021/22
54.3%
2022/23
57.5%
2023/24
56.1%
2024/25
56.5%
2025/26
61%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
4,443
Total
2,371
Male
2,072
Female
126 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Weston-super-Mare 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Weston-super-Mare.
For context, the DVSA recorded 4,443 tests here with an overall pass rate of 61% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 61.3%. 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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Weston-super-Mare Test Routes
We have mapped 22 real driving test routes used at Weston-super-Mare (BS23 3PZ). Routes range from 7.9 km (19 mins) to 16.3 km (39 mins), with an average distance of 13.1 km taking around 33 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
33 min
Avg Duration
13.1 km
Avg Distance
6
Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 7.9 km | 19 min |
| #2 | 13.6 km | 36 min |
| #3 | 11 km | 29 min |
| #4 | 11.8 km | 29 min |
| #5 | 14.9 km | 38 min |
| #6 | 15.4 km | 37 min |
| #7 | 13.5 km | 38 min |
| #8 | 11.9 km | 29 min |
| #9 | 15.7 km | 39 min |
| #10 | 16.2 km | 39 min |
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Roads Used in Weston-super-Mare Test Routes
Across all 22 routes, examiners at Weston-super-Mare use 124 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Weston-super-Mare
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Dealing with tourist traffic that increases significantly during summer and bank holidays
- Navigating through historic market towns with narrow streets and tight corners
- Coping with wet roads from the region's higher-than-average rainfall
- Managing blind bends on lanes where hedgerows grow close to the road edge
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 61% recorded pass rate at Weston-super-Mare was 11 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 Weston-super-Mare
Expert Tips
- 1
Practise judging the width of your vehicle in narrow lanes where hedgerows brush both sides.
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Practise wet-weather driving, as the south-west receives above-average rainfall.
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Get used to sharing the road with horse riders, agricultural vehicles, and seasonal tourist traffic.
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Get comfortable with mini-roundabouts, common in suburban areas and testing your observation and timing.
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Build confidence with T-junctions on busy roads where gaps in traffic may be brief.
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 Weston-super-Mare
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barry | 13.1 miles | 57% | Easy |
| Cardiff (Llanishen) | 15.2 miles | 46.5% | Below Average |
| Bristol (Avonmouth) | 16.4 miles | 55.5% | Easy |
| Newport (Gwent) | 16.8 miles | 48.9% | Below Average |
| Bristol (Kingswood) | 21.7 miles | 51.9% | Above Average |
Frequently Asked Questions About Weston-super-Mare
What is the pass rate at Weston-super-Mare?+
The recorded pass rate at Weston-super-Mare is 61%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 4,443 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 62.4% and the female pass rate is 59.5%.
Is Weston-super-Mare a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 61%, 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 Weston-super-Mare have?+
Route coverage at Weston-super-Mare 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 Weston-super-Mare?+
Our preparation guide lists roundabouts, moorland roads, coastal roads, 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 Weston-super-Mare?+
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 Weston-super-Mare compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Barry (57%, 13.1 miles away); Cardiff (Llanishen) (46.5%, 15.2 miles away); Bristol (Avonmouth) (55.5%, 16.4 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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