Lairg Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Lairg Test Centre

    Conveniently located at Rose Cottage, Back Road, Lairg, Sutherland, IV27 4EG, Lairg Driving Test Centre is ideally situated to offer a diverse test experience. The test routes from Lairg often incorporate a mix of rural roads, providing an assessment of a learner's ability to handle varied speed limits and potential hazards like livestock or agricultural vehicles. Examiners will also assess competency on narrower, winding roads characteristic of the Scottish Highlands. Urban driving scenarios in Lairg itself will evaluate a candidate's ability to navigate junctions, manage pedestrian crossings, and demonstrate appropriate use of signals within a village environment. While specific pass rate data for Lairg is not publicly available, candidates who are well-prepared for both rural and village driving conditions tend to perform well. The centre provides a comprehensive test of all essential driving skills.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Lairg

    Finding driving test cancellations at Lairg Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face extended waiting times for available slots. Find Me A Driving Test continuously monitors the DVSA booking system 24/7, specifically searching for new or cancelled tests at the Lairg centre. This constant vigilance significantly increases your chances of securing an earlier test date. By utilising our service, you can receive instant notifications when suitable cancellation slots become available, helping you to book your test sooner and avoid prolonged waits.

    Pass rate trend at Lairg

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Lairg, from 2008-09 to 2018-19 (DVSA data).

    Between 2008-09 and 2018-19, the pass rate at Lairg has remained broadly stable, moving from 51.2% to 50% (down 1.2 percentage points). It peaked at 76.8% in 2015-16 and was lowest at 50% in 2018-19, with a long-run average of 59.9%. 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

    YearPass rate
    2018-1950%
    2017-1867.9%
    2016-1762.5%
    2015-1676.8%
    2014-1558.6%
    2013-1450.8%
    2012-1357.9%
    2011-1262.2%
    2009-1061.3%
    2008-0951.2%

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