--- title: "Newport (Gwent) Driving Test Centre | 51% Pass Rate" description: "Newport (Gwent) driving test centre in Newport — 51% 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": "Newport", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/newport" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Newport (Gwent)" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Newport (Gwent) Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/newport/newport-gwent", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Newport, Gwent", "postalCode": "NP19 4XB", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 51.588, "longitude": -2.997 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Will I get my licence on the day if I pass?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, if you pass your driving test, the examiner will usually take your provisional licence. They will then send it to the DVLA so that your full driving licence can be issued and posted to you. This process typically takes around three weeks." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I find a driving test cancellation at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can search for cancellations directly on the DVSA website, but this can be time-consuming. Services like Find Me A Driving Test automate this process, scanning for available slots and notifying you instantly when a cancellation appears at Newport (Gwent). This significantly increases your chances of securing an earlier test date." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How busy is this driving test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Newport (Gwent) Driving Test Centre is generally considered a busy test centre, reflecting the demand for driving tests in the area. This often leads to longer waiting times for new bookings. Utilising cancellation finding services can be beneficial to circumvent these delays." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How early should I arrive at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is advisable to arrive at the Newport (Gwent) Driving Test Centre approximately 10-15 minutes before your scheduled test time. This allows sufficient time to park, use the facilities, and ensure you are calm and prepared before your test begins." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does the practical test take here?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The practical driving test at Newport (Gwent), like all standard practical tests in the UK, lasts for approximately 40 minutes. 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Newport (Gwent) # Newport (Gwent) Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Newport. ## Quick facts - Newport, Gwent, NP19 4XB - Pass rate: **51%** (2024-25) - County: **Newport** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=51.588&mlon=-2.997#map=15/51.588/-2.997) ## About Newport (Gwent) Test Centre \### Newport (Gwent) Driving Test Centre: A Comprehensive Guide The Newport (Gwent) Driving Test Centre is located at Boughey Way, Spytty Lane, Newport, Gwent, NP19 4PZ. This purpose-built facility offers a modern and accessible environment for candidates undertaking their practical driving tests. Situated within an urban landscape, the test routes emanating from this centre typically incorporate a variety of road conditions, challenging learners with everything from busy arterial roads to quieter residential streets. Expect to navigate complex roundabouts, demonstrate proficiency in lane discipline, and execute various manoeuvres on roads with varying speed limits. The diverse nature of these routes is designed to thoroughly assess a candidate's ability to drive safely and confidently in different traffic scenarios. While specific pass rate data for Newport (Gwent) fluctuates, the varied test routes suggest that learners who achieve success here are well-prepared for a broad spectrum of driving challenges, reflecting a robust assessment of their skills. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Newport (Gwent) Securing a driving test at Newport (Gwent) can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for available slots. However, driving test cancellations frequently occur as other candidates reschedule or cancel their tests. These last-minute openings provide an excellent opportunity to book an earlier test date. Find Me A Driving Test continuously scans the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) booking system 24/7 specifically for Newport (Gwent) cancellations. By monitoring these real-time changes, we help learners in the area secure suitable test dates much sooner than waiting for standard availability. [Get cancellation alerts for Newport (Gwent)](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Newport (Gwent) ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Newport (Gwent), from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Newport (Gwent) has remained broadly stable, moving from 53% to 51% (down 2 percentage points). It peaked at 53.8% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 44.5% in 2018-19, with a long-run average of 49.4%. 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 51% 2023-24 46.2% 2022-23 46.6% 2021-22 52.3% 2020-21 53.8% 2019-20 46.7% 2018-19 44.5% 2017-18 47.6% 2016-17 48.3% 2015-16 49% 2014-15 49.9% 2013-14 50.2% 2012-13 49% 2011-12 50.3% 2009-10 51.2% 2008-09 50.2% 2007-08 53% ## Frequently asked questions ### Will I get my licence on the day if I pass? ### How do I find a driving test cancellation at this centre? ### How busy is this driving test centre? ### How early should I arrive at this test centre? ### How long does the practical test take here? ### Can a driving instructor sit in on the test? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Newport (Gwent)** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Cardiff (Llanishen) 15.1 km away ](/test-centres/uk/cardiff-llanishen) - [ Abergavenny 26.3 km away ](/test-centres/uk/abergavenny) - [ Llantrisant 26.6 km away ](/test-centres/rhondda-cynon-taf/llantrisant) 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.