--- title: "Durham Driving Test Centre | Durham | 47.8% Pass Rate" description: "Durham driving test centre in Durham — 47.8% 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": "Durham", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/durham" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Durham" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Durham Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/durham/durham", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "1st Floor Enna House, Whitfield Court, St John's Road, Meadowfield, Durham", "postalCode": "DH7 8XL", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 54.776, "longitude": -1.553 }, "telephone": "0300 200 1122" }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@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 through the DVSA website. Ensure you choose Durham Driving Test Centre as your preferred location, subject to availability." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the test routes like at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Test routes at Durham typically include a mix of urban roads, residential areas, and main roads with varying speed limits. Be prepared for roundabouts, crossroads, and pedestrian crossings." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What identification do I need to bring?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You must bring your provisional driving licence. If you have an old-style paper licence, you'll also need to bring a valid passport." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are there parking facilities at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is advisable to check directly with the Durham Driving Test Centre regarding specific parking arrangements for test candidates. 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Durham # Durham Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Durham. ## Quick facts - 1st Floor Enna House, Whitfield Court, St John's Road, Meadowfield, Durham, DH7 8XL - 0300 200 1122 - Pass rate: **47.8%** (2024) - County: **Durham** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=54.776&mlon=-1.553#map=15/54.776/-1.553) ## About Durham Test Centre Durham Driving Test Centre is conveniently located at Unit 10C, MarMion House, Maingate, Durham, DH1 1SA, making it easily accessible for learners across the county. The centre is situated in an urban area, providing a diverse range of driving conditions for test candidates. Expect test routes to incorporate busy town roads, residential streets with potential hazards, and some faster-paced main roads connecting different parts of the city. Examiners will be looking for a high standard of driving in varied traffic situations, including intersections, roundabouts, and pedestrian crossings. With the general driving test pass rate in the North East of England being around 49.3% in 2022/2023, Durham ## Driving Test Cancellations at Durham Finding an earlier driving test at Durham Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for practical tests. However, cancellations do occur, offering opportunities for those ready to take their test sooner. Find Me A Driving Test constantly scans the DVSA booking system 24/7 for new test slots and cancellations specifically at Durham, increasing your chances of securing an earlier appointment that fits your schedule. Stay prepared and let us help you find that ideal test date quicker. [Get cancellation alerts for Durham](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Durham ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Durham, from 2011-12 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2011-12 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Durham has declined, moving from 60.1% to 49.6% (down 10.5 percentage points). It peaked at 62.6% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 48.1% in 2023-24, with a long-run average of 58.1%. 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 49.6% 2023-24 48.1% 2022-23 55.7% 2021-22 62.5% 2020-21 62.6% 2019-20 56.9% 2018-19 60% 2017-18 59.6% 2016-17 60% 2015-16 60.5% 2014-15 60% 2013-14 60.7% 2012-13 57.1% 2011-12 60.1% ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I change my test to this centre after booking? ### What are the test routes like at this centre? ### What identification do I need to bring? ### Are there parking facilities at this test centre? ### What manoeuvres might I be asked to perform here? ### What happens if it's raining or icy on test day? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Durham** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Sunderland 18.1 km away ](/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/sunderland) - [ Gateshead 19.9 km away ](/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/gateshead) - [ Darlington 29.2 km away ](/test-centres/durham/darlington) 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.