Wick Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Wick recorded a 59.4% pass rate across 239 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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Wick Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Wick | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 59.4% | 50% | +9.4 pp |
| Male | 66.1% | 50% | +16.1 pp |
| Female | 52.2% | 50% | +2.2 pp |
| First Attempt | 61.8% | 50% | +11.8 pp |
| Automatic | N/A | 50% | N/A |
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
62.1%
2021/22
53.8%
2022/23
56.3%
2023/24
60%
2024/25
53.8%
2025/26
59.4%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
239
Total
124
Male
115
Female
7 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Wick 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Wick.
For context, the DVSA recorded 239 tests here with an overall pass rate of 59.4% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 61.8%. 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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Wick Test Routes
We have mapped 6 real driving test routes used at Wick (KW1 4QS). Routes range from 5 km (12 mins) to 9.2 km (26 mins), with an average distance of 6.4 km taking around 19 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Avg Duration
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Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 5 km | 12 min |
| #2 | 6.8 km | 21 min |
| #3 | 9.2 km | 26 min |
| #4 | 6.7 km | 22 min |
| #5 | 5.2 km | 16 min |
| #6 | 5.5 km | 16 min |
Roads Used in Wick Test Routes
Across all 6 routes, examiners at Wick use 55 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Wick
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Responding to slow-moving agricultural vehicles on country roads
- Adapting to rapidly changing light conditions as roads pass through tree-lined sections
- Handling crosswinds on exposed stretches of road in highland areas
- Dealing with reduced visibility on bends through hilly or wooded terrain
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 59.4% recorded pass rate at Wick was 9.4 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 Wick
Expert Tips
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Dedicate extra practice time to hill starts, as even urban Scottish centres typically feature significant gradients.
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Practise clutch control at low speed, essential for the tight turns and gradients common around Scottish test centres.
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Build confidence with overtaking slower vehicles safely on single-carriageway A-roads.
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Practise judging the national speed limit on open roads. Going too slowly can be as much a fault as exceeding it.
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Develop your awareness of road surface changes, particularly after rain when grip may be reduced.
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.
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View all centres in ScotlandFrequently Asked Questions About Wick
What is the pass rate at Wick?+
The recorded pass rate at Wick is 59.4%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 239 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 66.1% and the female pass rate is 52.2%.
Is Wick a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 59.4%, 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 Wick have?+
Route coverage at Wick 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 Wick?+
Our preparation guide lists steep hills, country roads, dual carriageway, 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 Wick?+
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 Wick compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Thurso (63%, 18.7 miles away); Orkney (55.9%, 29.2 miles away); Golspie (71%, 45.7 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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