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# Wanstead (London) Test Centre 

Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Greater London.

## Quick facts

-   Wanstead, Greater London, E11 2RJ 
-   Pass rate: **40.4%** (2024-25) 
-   County: **Greater London** 

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## About Wanstead (London) Test Centre

\### Wanstead (London) Driving Test Centre: A Comprehensive Guide The Wanstead (London) Driving Test Centre is situated in a vibrant residential area, presenting a unique set of challenges and opportunities for learner drivers. Located at 2 Devon House, Hermon Hill, Wanstead, London, E11 2AW, the centre is easily accessible and well-integrated into the local road network. Test routes from this centre typically encompass a diverse range of road conditions, including busy urban streets with frequent junctions and pedestrian crossings, as well as quieter residential roads. Learners can expect to encounter various traffic calming measures, such as speed bumps and chicanes, which require careful observation and controlled driving. The routes are designed to assess a candidate's ability to handle complex traffic situations, demonstrate safe decision-making, and maintain a high standard of driving performance throughout the test. While specific pass rate data for Wanstead (London) is not publicly available, candidates are encouraged to focus on thorough preparation and practice.

## Driving Test Cancellations at Wanstead (London)

Driving test cancellations at Wanstead (London) are a common occurrence, often due to examiner availability, adverse weather, or vehicle issues. Securing an earlier test date can be challenging, given the high demand for tests in the Greater London area. However, services like Find Me A Driving Test can significantly increase your chances of finding a suitable cancellation. Our platform continuously scans the DVSA booking system 24/7, alerting you instantly when a slot becomes available at the Wanstead (London) centre. This proactive approach helps learners book short-notice tests, potentially reducing waiting times and allowing for quicker progression in their driving journey.

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## Pass rate trend at Wanstead (London)

### Pass rate over time

Annual pass rate at Wanstead (London), from 2013-14 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

Between 2013-14 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Wanstead (London) has improved, moving from 33.5% to 40.4% (up 6.9 percentage points). It peaked at 40.5% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 32% in 2015-16, with a long-run average of 36%. 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

40.4%

2023-24

40.3%

2022-23

38.8%

2021-22

37.1%

2020-21

40.5%

2019-20

34.7%

2018-19

35.7%

2017-18

33.4%

2016-17

32.4%

2015-16

32%

2014-15

33%

2013-14

33.5%

## Frequently asked questions

### 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?

### What independent driving section is included?

### What's the pass rate at this test centre?

### Can I take my own car for the test at this centre?

## You can move your test to these test centres

From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Wanstead (London)** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.

-   [
    
    Barking (Tanner Street)
    
    5.5 km away
    
    ](/test-centres/uk/barking-tanner-street)
-   [
    
    Chingford (London)
    
    6.5 km away
    
    ](/test-centres/greater-london/chingford-london)
-   [
    
    Goodmayes (London)
    
    5.9 km away
    
    ](/test-centres/greater-london/goodmayes-london)

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