--- title: "Gillingham Driving Test Centre | Kent | 59% Pass Rate" description: "Gillingham driving test centre in Kent — 59% 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": "Kent", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/kent" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Gillingham" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Gillingham Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/kent/gillingham", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Unit 1, Astra Park, Courteney Road, Gillingham, Kent", "postalCode": "ME8 0RZ", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 51.3645, "longitude": 0.5748 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can a driving instructor sit in on the test?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, your driving instructor can sit in on your driving test. This can provide reassurance and allow them to offer feedback afterwards, however, the decision is entirely up to you." } }, { "@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 provide 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 take another one. This waiting period allows time for further practice and improvement." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I change my test to this centre after booking?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, you can change your driving test to Gillingham Driving Test Centre after booking, provided there are available slots. 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Gillingham # Gillingham Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Kent. ## Quick facts - Unit 1, Astra Park, Courteney Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 0RZ - Pass rate: **59%** (2024-25) - County: **Kent** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=51.3645&mlon=0.5748#map=15/51.3645/0.5748) ## About Gillingham Test Centre From its position on Ambley Road, Gillingham Driving Test Centre provides an ideal starting point for a diverse array of driving test routes throughout Kent. Learners can anticipate navigating through varied urban and residential environments. Test routes frequently incorporate the A2, a major arterial road, requiring confident dual carriageway driving and effective lane discipline. The area also includes complex junctions and roundabouts, such as those near the Gillingham Business Park, testing a driver's ability to react to varied traffic conditions. Residential zones, like those found around Wigmore and Parkwood, will assess hazard perception and observation skills, alongside adherence to speed limits in 20 mph zones. The proximity to rural-urban fringes means candidates might encounter country roads requiring good control at higher speeds and awareness of vulnerable road users. This rich mix ensures learners face a comprehensive assessment of their driving skills, preparing them for a wide range of real-world driving scenarios. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Gillingham Driving test cancellations at Gillingham occur, but securing an earlier slot can be challenging. Learners often face long waits for new appointments. Find Me A Driving Test offers a solution by constantly scanning the DVSA system for cancellations at Gillingham. Our 24/7 monitoring service alerts you to newly available test slots, significantly increasing your chances of booking a sooner test date at this centre. This can be invaluable for those eager to take their test without lengthy delays. [Get cancellation alerts for Gillingham](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Gillingham ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Gillingham, from 2011-12 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2011-12 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Gillingham has improved, moving from 45% to 57.2% (up 12.2 percentage points). It peaked at 58.8% in 2021-22 and was lowest at 45% in 2011-12, with a long-run average of 51%. 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 57.2% 2023-24 56.2% 2022-23 57.3% 2021-22 58.8% 2020-21 54% 2019-20 48.7% 2018-19 47.3% 2017-18 47.9% 2016-17 49.9% 2015-16 49.5% 2014-15 48.5% 2013-14 48% 2012-13 46.3% 2011-12 45% ## Frequently asked questions ### 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? ### What are the test routes like at this centre? ### What identification do I need to bring? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Gillingham** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Maidstone 10.8 km away ](/test-centres/kent/maidstone) - [ Mitcham (London) 51.9 km away ](/test-centres/greater-london/mitcham-london) - [ Sevenoaks 28.8 km away ](/test-centres/kent/sevenoaks) 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.