--- title: "Grantham (Somerby) Driving Test Centre | 58.1% Pass Rate" description: "Grantham (Somerby) driving test centre in Lincolnshire — 58.1% 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": "Lincolnshire", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/lincolnshire" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Grantham (Somerby)" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Grantham (Somerby) Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/lincolnshire/grantham-somerby", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Spitalgate Airfield, Blue Harbour, Grantham, Lincolnshire", "postalCode": "NG31 7TX", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 52.8769, "longitude": -0.6258 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the test routes like at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Test routes at Grantham (Somerby) often include a mix of rural roads, national speed limit sections, and urban driving. 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Grantham (Somerby) # Grantham (Somerby) Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Lincolnshire. ## Quick facts - Spitalgate Airfield, Blue Harbour, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 7TX - Pass rate: **58.1%** (2024-25) - County: **Lincolnshire** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=52.8769&mlon=-0.6258#map=15/52.8769/-0.6258) ## About Grantham (Somerby) Test Centre The Grantham (Somerby) Driving Test Centre is situated in a rural location within Lincolnshire, which influences the types of test routes you can expect. Learners taking their test here should prepare for a diverse range of road conditions, including narrow country lanes, national speed limit roads, and the more complex challenges of urban driving in and around Grantham. This variety aims to thoroughly assess a candidate's driving ability in different environments. With its mix of rural and urban elements, the centre provides a comprehensive test of all-round driving skills, from hazard perception on winding roads to navigating busy town centres. While specific pass rates are not publicly disclosed for individual centres by the DVSA, the centre's location suggests that those who pass will have demonstrated strong adaptability across various driving scenarios. Therefore, candidates should focus on developing robust skills in both high-speed and intricate low-speed situations to ensure success. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Grantham (Somerby) For those looking to secure an earlier driving test at Grantham (Somerby), cancellations often become available due to rescheduling. These slots can be difficult to find manually, but services like Find Me A Driving Test continuously scan the DVSA website 24/7 for new openings. This significantly increases your chances of finding an earlier booking at the Grantham (Somerby) centre. While demand can be high, staying vigilant and utilising cancellation monitoring services can help you bypass the standard waiting times and take your test sooner. [Get cancellation alerts for Grantham (Somerby)](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Grantham (Somerby) ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Grantham (Somerby), from 2014-15 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2014-15 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Grantham (Somerby) has improved, moving from 49.9% to 58.1% (up 8.2 percentage points). It peaked at 58.1% in 2024-25 and was lowest at 47.6% in 2017-18, with a long-run average of 52%. 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 58.1% 2023-24 54.4% 2022-23 52.1% 2021-22 54.8% 2020-21 57.9% 2019-20 48.6% 2018-19 49.4% 2017-18 47.6% 2016-17 48.6% 2015-16 51.1% 2014-15 49.9% ## Frequently asked questions ### 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? ### What independent driving section is included? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Grantham (Somerby)** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Melton Mowbray 21.5 km away ](/test-centres/leicestershire/melton-mowbray) - [ Lincoln 40.1 km away ](/test-centres/uk/lincoln) - [ Nottingham (Colwick) 32.1 km away ](/test-centres/nottinghamshire/nottingham-colwick) 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.