Yeovil Driving Test Centre: Pass Rate & Test Routes
Yeovil recorded a 63.4% pass rate across 7,493 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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Yeovil Pass Rate Statistics
Pass Rate Comparison
| Category | Yeovil | National Overall Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 63.4% | 50% | +13.4 pp |
| Male | 65.2% | 50% | +15.2 pp |
| Female | 61.4% | 50% | +11.4 pp |
| First Attempt | 64.1% | 50% | +14.1 pp |
| Automatic | 57.2% | 50% | +7.2 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
59.9%
2021/22
64.5%
2022/23
59.8%
2023/24
59.7%
2024/25
59.7%
2025/26
63.4%
Tests Conducted
Data period: April 2025 - March 2026
7,493
Total
4,031
Male
3,462
Female
162 candidates achieved zero driving faults in this period.
Yeovil 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 We do not publish a verified review rating for Yeovil.
For context, the DVSA recorded 7,493 tests here with an overall pass rate of 63.4% in April 2025 - March 2026. The first-attempt pass rate was 64.1%. 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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Yeovil Test Routes
We have mapped 25 real driving test routes used at Yeovil (BA20 2EN). Routes range from 10.5 km (27 mins) to 24.2 km (38 mins), with an average distance of 15.5 km taking around 32 minutes. Practice every route with turn-by-turn navigation in the app before your test day.
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Total Routes
32 min
Avg Duration
15.5 km
Avg Distance
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Avg Roundabouts
Route Overview
| Route | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | 11.1 km | 27 min |
| #2 | 13.3 km | 33 min |
| #3 | 14 km | 33 min |
| #4 | 14.5 km | 35 min |
| #5 | 11.9 km | 29 min |
| #6 | 18 km | 39 min |
| #8 | 14.3 km | 34 min |
| #9 | 10.5 km | 27 min |
| #10 | 15.4 km | 37 min |
| #11 | 12.7 km | 32 min |
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Roads Used in Yeovil Test Routes
Across all 25 routes, examiners at Yeovil use 121 different roads. Familiarise yourself with these roads before your test:
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Preparing for Your Test at Yeovil
Skills to Discuss With Your Instructor
- Handling steep coastal hills requiring precise clutch control and correct gear selection
- Navigating extremely narrow lanes where reversing may be necessary to let vehicles pass
- Coping with wet roads from the region's higher-than-average rainfall
- Watching for ponies and livestock roaming freely on unfenced moorland roads
What the Pass Rate Can Tell You
The 63.4% recorded pass rate at Yeovil was 13.4 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 Yeovil
Expert Tips
- 1
Get used to sharing the road with horse riders, agricultural vehicles, and seasonal tourist traffic.
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Build clutch control for the steep coastal and inland hills found around south-west centres.
- 3
Practise judging the width of your vehicle in narrow lanes where hedgerows brush both sides.
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Practise driving through residential areas where parked cars create pinch points requiring you to judge priority.
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 Yeovil
Nearby Centres
| Centre Name | Distance | Pass Rate | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester | 18 miles | 69% | Easy |
| Taunton | 21.1 miles | 59.5% | Easy |
| Weston-super-Mare | 31.8 miles | 61% | Easy |
| Trowbridge | 31.9 miles | 55.2% | Easy |
| Poole | 32.3 miles | 53.4% | Above 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 South WestFrequently Asked Questions About Yeovil
What is the pass rate at Yeovil?+
The recorded pass rate at Yeovil is 63.4%. The national average is 50%. These figures are based on 7,493 tests conducted during April 2025 - March 2026. The male pass rate is 65.2% and the female pass rate is 61.4%.
Is Yeovil a hard driving test centre?+
The recorded pass rate is 63.4%, 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 Yeovil have?+
Route coverage at Yeovil 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 Yeovil?+
Our preparation guide lists country roads, steep hills, residential, 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 Yeovil?+
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 Yeovil compare to nearby centres?+
Nearby alternatives include Dorchester (69%, 18 miles away); Taunton (59.5%, 21.1 miles away); Weston-super-Mare (61%, 31.8 miles away). Recorded rates may cover different periods; open each guide to check dates and choose somewhere you can practise.
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