--- title: "Girvan Driving Test Centre | 66.3% Pass Rate" description: "Girvan driving test centre in South Ayrshire — 66.3% 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": "South Ayrshire", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/south-ayrshire" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Girvan" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Girvan Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/south-ayrshire/girvan", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Girvan, South Ayrshire", "postalCode": "KA26 9BS", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 55.243, "longitude": -4.858 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What identification do I need to bring?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You must bring your provisional driving licence. If you have an old-style paper licence, you'll also need to bring a valid passport. Failure to provide the correct identification will result in your test being cancelled without a refund." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are there parking facilities at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Specific parking information for Girvan Driving Test Centre should be verified prior to your test. Always aim to arrive with enough time to find suitable parking and be ready for your test appointment." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What manoeuvres might I be asked to perform here?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "During your driving test at Girvan, you could be asked to perform one of the following manoeuvres: parallel park at the side of the road, park in a bay (either forward or reverse), or pull up on the right-hand side of the road. 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Girvan # Girvan Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in South Ayrshire. ## Quick facts - Girvan, South Ayrshire, KA26 9BS - Pass rate: **66.3%** (2024-25) - County: **South Ayrshire** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=55.243&mlon=-4.858#map=15/55.243/-4.858) ## About Girvan Test Centre Girvan Driving Test Centre is situated in the scenic town of Girvan, South Ayrshire, offering a unique testing environment. Located at Bridgemill Environmental Park, Girvan, SA26 6QT, the centre provides candidates with a blend of urban and rural driving experiences. Test routes typically incorporate varied road conditions, from town driving with its inherent hazards like pedestrians and parked cars, to potentially faster rural roads and junctions. Examiners assess a candidate's ability to handle different speed limits, navigate country lanes, and execute manoeuvres safely and competently. While specific pass rate data for Girvan is not publicly disclosed, preparing for a diverse range of driving scenarios, including coastal roads and challenging intersections, is crucial for success. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Girvan Securing an early driving test at Girvan Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waits for available slots. Find Me A Driving Test offers a reliable solution by constantly scanning the DVSA website for new driving test cancellations at Girvan. Our 24/7 monitoring service means you receive instant notifications of any last-minute test availability, significantly increasing your chances of booking a sooner test. This service helps learners in Girvan bypass extended waiting times, allowing them to take their test sooner. [Get cancellation alerts for Girvan](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Girvan ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Girvan, from 2008-09 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2008-09 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Girvan has improved, moving from 54.9% to 68.7% (up 13.8 percentage points). It peaked at 68.7% in 2024-25 and was lowest at 49.4% in 2011-12, with a long-run average of 60.1%. 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 68.7% 2023-24 63.5% 2022-23 66.5% 2021-22 59.8% 2020-21 63.6% 2019-20 65.1% 2018-19 58.7% 2017-18 63.1% 2016-17 64.4% 2015-16 56.4% 2014-15 55.7% 2013-14 59.1% 2011-12 49.4% 2009-10 52.2% 2008-09 54.9% ## Frequently asked questions ### 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? ### What's the pass rate at this test centre? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Girvan** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Ayr 27.9 km away ](/test-centres/uk/ayr) - [ Stranraer 38.9 km away ](/test-centres/dumfries-and-galloway/stranraer) - [ Newton Stewart 39.5 km away ](/test-centres/dumfries-and-galloway/newton-stewart) 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.