--- title: "Duns Driving Test Centre | 62.2% Pass Rate" description: "Duns driving test centre in Scottish Borders — 62.2% 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": "Scottish Borders", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/scottish-borders" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Duns" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Duns Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/scottish-borders/duns", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Scottish Borders Council, 8 Newton Street, Duns, Berwickshire", "postalCode": "TD11 3AU", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 55.778, "longitude": -2.344 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the pass rate at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Individual pass rate data for Duns Driving Test Centre is not publicly available from the DVSA. However, the national average pass rate in the UK is approximately 48.7%. This national figure provides a general indication of the standard required to pass." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I take my own car for the test at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, you can use your own car for the driving test at Duns, provided it meets all DVSA requirements. These include having L-plates displayed, an extra interior mirror for the examiner, and being roadworthy with valid insurance and MOT." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What happens if I'm late to my driving test?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "If you are late for your driving test at Duns, the examiner may refuse to conduct the test. It is crucial to arrive at the test centre well before your scheduled appointment time to complete the necessary pre-test checks and ensure the test can proceed." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What time do tests typically start at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Driving test start times at Duns follow standard DVSA patterns, typically beginning from around 8:10 AM and running throughout the day until late afternoon. Your exact start time will be confirmed on your booking confirmation." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are there any tricky junctions on the test routes?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Duns test routes include a mix of urban and rural roads, which may feature various junctions requiring careful observation and judgment. 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Duns # Duns Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Scottish Borders. ## Quick facts - Scottish Borders Council, 8 Newton Street, Duns, Berwickshire, TD11 3AU - Pass rate: **62.2%** (2024-25) - County: **Scottish Borders** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=55.778&mlon=-2.344#map=15/55.778/-2.344) ## About Duns Test Centre The Duns Driving Test Centre is situated within the Scottish Borders, offering a realistic testing environment for learner drivers. Test routes from Duns typically cover a blend of rural roads and urban areas within the town itself. Candidates can expect to encounter diverse road conditions, including narrow country lanes that demand excellent hazard perception and appropriate speed control, as well as the more built-up streets of Duns, which feature various junctions, pedestrian crossings, and traffic calming measures. This mix helps to adequately assess a learner's ability to adapt to different driving scenarios. The DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) has not released specific pass rate data for the Duns centre as it is a lower volume test centre, but nationally the average pass rate is 48.7%, reflecting a consistent standard across test centres. This local centre provides a comprehensive evaluation of driving skills suitable for driving independently and safely throughout the region. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Duns Finding an earlier driving test at Duns Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for available slots. Find Me A Driving Test offers a cancellation monitoring service specifically for Duns, scanning the DVSA system 24/7 for new short-notice tests. This increases your chances of securing an earlier appointment at Duns, allowing you to take your test sooner. Our service can help you beat the queues and potentially get on the road faster, without the need for constant manual checking. [Get cancellation alerts for Duns](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Duns ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Duns, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Duns has improved, moving from 58.4% to 74.2% (up 15.8 percentage points). It peaked at 80% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 47.3% in 2013-14, with a long-run average of 65.2%. 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 Year Pass rate 2024-25 74.2% 2023-24 67.4% 2022-23 76.1% 2021-22 74.1% 2020-21 80% 2019-20 69% 2018-19 68.5% 2017-18 72.7% 2016-17 69.7% 2015-16 58.3% 2013-14 47.3% 2011-12 54.1% 2009-10 52.7% 2008-09 55.4% 2007-08 58.4% ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the pass rate at this test centre? ### Can I take my own car for the test at this centre? ### What happens if I'm late to my driving test? ### What time do tests typically start at this centre? ### Are there any tricky junctions on the test routes? ### Will I get my licence on the day if I pass? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Duns** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Kelso 20.7 km away ](/test-centres/uk/kelso) - [ Berwick-On-Tweed 21.1 km away ](/test-centres/uk/berwick-on-tweed) - [ Haddington 33.7 km away ](/test-centres/east-lothian/haddington) 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.