Lerwick Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Lerwick Test Centre

    The Lerwick Driving Test Centre is situated in the Shetland Islands, a remote yet picturesque location that offers a unique driving test experience. Located at the Lerwick Harbour, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0LL, the centre is well-placed for a variety of road conditions. Test routes in Lerwick often incorporate both urban and rural driving scenarios, ranging from negotiating the town's compact streets to handling the more open and undulating roads that characterise the islands. Expect to encounter a mix of traffic conditions, from quieter periods to busier times around the harbour and main shopping areas. This diverse environment is designed to assess a learner's ability to adapt to various driving situations. While specific pass rates for Lerwick are not publicly disclosed by the DVSA, the remote nature and unique road network suggest a need for thorough preparation, particularly in handling less conventional road layouts and potential weather challenges.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Lerwick

    Driving test cancellations at Lerwick can occur due to various reasons, including examiner availability, adverse weather conditions, or unforeseen circumstances. Securing an earlier test date can be challenging, especially in a more remote location like the Shetland Islands. Find Me A Driving Test continuously monitors the DVSA system for new cancellations and last-minute test slots at the Lerwick Driving Test Centre. Our 24/7 scanning service aims to help learners find and book an earlier driving test, reducing the waiting time that can often extend into several months.

    Pass rate trend at Lerwick

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Lerwick, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Lerwick has remained broadly stable, moving from 68.8% to 67.8% (down 1 percentage points). It peaked at 80.3% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 60.3% in 2013-14, with a long-run average of 68.2%. 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
    2024-2567.8%
    2023-2466.4%
    2022-2367.9%
    2021-2273.3%
    2020-2180.3%
    2019-2064.9%
    2018-1968.9%
    2017-1866.3%
    2016-1766.5%
    2015-1666.9%
    2014-1560.6%
    2013-1460.3%
    2009-1071.3%
    2008-0972.6%
    2007-0868.8%

    Frequently asked questions

    You can move your test to these test centres

    From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from Lerwick to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.