--- title: "Farnborough Driving Test Centre | 49.2% Pass Rate" description: "Farnborough driving test centre in Hampshire — 49.2% 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": "Hampshire", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/hampshire" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Farnborough" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Farnborough Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/hampshire/farnborough", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Unit C1, Cirrus, 35 Hercules Way, Aerospace Boulevard, Farnborough, Hampshire", "postalCode": "GU14 6UU", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 51.294, "longitude": -0.756 } }, { "@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 driving test centre after booking, provided you give at least three working days' notice to the DVSA. This can be done through the official government website. Be aware that test availability varies by centre." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the test routes like at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Test routes at Farnborough Driving Test Centre are designed to be varied, covering residential streets, main roads, and complex junctions. This ensures a comprehensive assessment of a candidate’s driving skills in different traffic conditions specific to the Farnborough area." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What identification do I need to bring?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "On the day of your driving test, you must bring your provisional driving licence. If you have an old-style paper licence, you will also need to bring a valid passport. 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Farnborough # Farnborough Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Hampshire. ## Quick facts - Unit C1, Cirrus, 35 Hercules Way, Aerospace Boulevard, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6UU - Pass rate: **49.2%** (2024-25) - County: **Hampshire** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=51.294&mlon=-0.756#map=15/51.294/-0.756) ## About Farnborough Test Centre The Farnborough Driving Test Centre is situated in the town of Farnborough, Hampshire. It’s conveniently located at Unit 2, Hercules Way, Aerospace Boulevard, an area that provides a diverse range of road conditions for driving tests. Learners can expect a varied test route that incorporates different road types, from quiet residential streets to busier main roads and complex junctions. This mix ensures that candidates are thoroughly assessed on their ability to handle various traffic situations and road layouts common in Hampshire. The test routes are designed to evaluate a candidate's hazard perception, independent driving, and general road safety. While specific pass rates fluctuate, the centre typically reflects the national average, indicating a fair and consistent testing environment. Successfully navigating these routes requires strong observational skills and a confident understanding of the Highway Code. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Farnborough Finding driving test cancellations at Farnborough often requires persistence, as slots can be snapped up quickly. Learners looking to book an earlier test date at this Hampshire centre should regularly check the DVSA website. For a more efficient approach, services like Find Me A Driving Test continuously scan the DVSA system 24/7, alerting you to new openings at Farnborough as soon as they appear. This significantly increases your chances of securing an earlier test, saving you time and hassle. [Get cancellation alerts for Farnborough](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Farnborough ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Farnborough, from 2008-09 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2008-09 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Farnborough has improved, moving from 49.7% to 58.3% (up 8.6 percentage points). It peaked at 58.6% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 49.3% in 2009-10, with a long-run average of 54.5%. 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 58.3% 2023-24 58.4% 2022-23 55.8% 2021-22 57.2% 2020-21 58.6% 2019-20 51.4% 2018-19 54% 2017-18 58.4% 2016-17 54.3% 2015-16 55.2% 2014-15 54% 2013-14 53.3% 2012-13 50.5% 2011-12 53.7% 2009-10 49.3% 2008-09 49.7% ## 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 **Farnborough** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Guildford 13.6 km away ](/test-centres/surrey/guildford) - [ Chertsey (London) 20.3 km away ](/test-centres/surrey/chertsey-london) - [ Basingstoke 23.2 km away ](/test-centres/uk/basingstoke) 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.