--- title: "Peterhead Driving Test Centre | 57.8% Pass Rate" description: "Peterhead driving test centre in Aberdeenshire — 57.8% pass rate, address, opening hours, and how to find earlier driving test cancellations." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Driving Test Cancellations", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com", "logo": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/favicon.png", "sameAs": [] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Driving Test Cancellations", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/blog?q={search_term_string}", "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Test Centres", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Aberdeenshire", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/aberdeenshire" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Peterhead" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Peterhead Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/aberdeenshire/peterhead", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Suite 21, Burnside Business Centre, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire", "postalCode": "AB42 1ZP", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 57.507, "longitude": -1.798 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How early should I arrive at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Aim to arrive about 10–15 minutes before your scheduled test time. This allows you to relax, use the facilities if needed, and ensure you are ready to start promptly without feeling rushed." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does the practical test take here?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The practical driving test at Peterhead, like all standard car driving tests, lasts approximately 40 minutes. This includes time for the examiner to conduct an eyesight check and ask two vehicle safety questions." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can a driving instructor sit in on the test?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, your driving instructor can sit in the back of the car during your practical test. This can be beneficial for feedback and support, but it is entirely your decision." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I cancel or reschedule my test at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can cancel or reschedule your driving test online via the DVSA website. You must give at least three working days\\' notice to avoid losing your test fee." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How soon can I rebook if I fail?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "If you fail your driving test, you must wait at least 10 working days before you can retake it. This waiting period allows you time to practice and improve on areas identified in your last test." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I change my test to this centre after booking?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, you can change your test centre after booking, provided there are available slots at Peterhead. 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Peterhead # Peterhead Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Aberdeenshire. ## Quick facts - Suite 21, Burnside Business Centre, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, AB42 1ZP - Pass rate: **57.8%** (2024-25) - County: **Aberdeenshire** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=57.507&mlon=-1.798#map=15/57.507/-1.798) ## About Peterhead Test Centre With its coastal setting and a mix of urban and rural roads, the Peterhead Driving Test Centre in Aberdeenshire presents a diverse environment for learners. Situated at 33–35 Mariner's Crescent, Peterhead, AB42 2NH, the centre is ideally placed to offer a comprehensive testing experience. Test routes from Peterhead often incorporate the town's bustling main streets, such as Queen Street and Broad Street, requiring proficiency in navigating traffic, junctions, and pedestrian crossings. Candidates can also expect to encounter quieter residential areas, demanding good hazard perception and observation skills. Furthermore, the routes may extend to national speed limit roads outside the town, where learners must demonstrate their ability to handle higher speeds and varying road conditions including those leading towards Fraserburgh or Cruden Bay. While specific pass rates for Peterhead are not publicly disclosed by the DVSA, the varied nature of the test routes suggests that successful candidates are well-rounded drivers, capable of adapting to different scenarios. Preparing for these varied conditions with a local instructor will be key to success. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Peterhead Finding driving test cancellations at the Peterhead Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. The DVSA website is the official portal for checking availability, but new slots, especially cancellations, are released sporadically and are often snapped up quickly. Learners looking to book an earlier test at Peterhead should regularly monitor the DVSA site for updates. For a more efficient approach, services like Find Me A Driving Test can significantly increase your chances. This platform scans the DVSA website 24/7 for new cancellation slots at Peterhead, notifying you instantly when one becomes available, thereby saving you the constant manual checking. This constant monitoring helps secure an earlier test date, getting you on the road sooner. [Get cancellation alerts for Peterhead](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Peterhead ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Peterhead, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Peterhead has improved, moving from 51.1% to 57.8% (up 6.7 percentage points). It peaked at 69.6% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 51.1% in 2007-08, with a long-run average of 60.3%. Pass rates vary year-to-year due to changes in test demand, examiner availability, candidate readiness and local route difficulty — these figures are taken directly from DVSA's published statistics. ### Year-by-year pass rate Year Pass rate 2024-25 57.8% 2023-24 60.7% 2022-23 59% 2021-22 66.6% 2020-21 69.6% 2019-20 62.5% 2018-19 62.6% 2017-18 61% 2016-17 64% 2015-16 62.3% 2014-15 57.9% 2013-14 58.7% 2012-13 59.2% 2011-12 57.3% 2010-11 56.3% 2009-10 61.4% 2008-09 57.4% 2007-08 51.1% ## Frequently asked questions ### How early should I arrive at this test centre? ### How long does the practical test take here? ### Can a driving instructor sit in on the test? ### How do I cancel or reschedule my test at this centre? ### How soon can I rebook if I fail? ### Can I change my test to this centre after booking? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Peterhead** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Fraserburgh 24.1 km away ](/test-centres/aberdeenshire/fraserburgh) - [ Aberdeen North 44.3 km away ](/test-centres/uk/aberdeen-north) - [ Inverurie 42.3 km away ](/test-centres/uk/inverurie) Driving Test Cancellations Helping learner drivers across the UK find earlier test dates. Site [Home](/)[How It Works](/how-it-works)[Pricing](/pricing)[ADI](/adi)[FAQ](/faq)[About Us](/about-us)[Blog](/blog)[Contact Us](/contact-us) Resources [Learner Driver Centre](/learner-driver-centre)[Theory Test](/book-a-theory-test)[Theory Mock Test](/theory-test)[UK Test Centres](/test-centres)[My Account](/login)[Register](/signup) Legal [Privacy Policy](/privacy-policy)[Terms of Service](/terms-of-service)[Refund Policy](/refund-policy)[Cancellation Policy](/cancellation-policy) © 2026 Driving Test Cancellations. All rights reserved.