--- title: "Hamilton Driving Test Centre | 39.5% Pass Rate" description: "Hamilton driving test centre in South Lanarkshire — 39.5% 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 Lanarkshire", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/south-lanarkshire" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Hamilton" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Hamilton Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/south-lanarkshire/hamilton", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "30 Selkirk Street, Hamilton, Lanarkshire", "postalCode": "ML3 6RQ", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 55.773, "longitude": -4.039 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I find a driving test cancellation at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "To find a driving test cancellation at Hamilton, you can regularly check the DVSA website yourself. Alternatively, consider using a service like Find Me A Driving Test, which automates the search and notifies you of available slots at the Hamilton centre." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How busy is this driving test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Hamilton Driving Test Centre is typically a busy centre, reflecting the demand for driving tests in South Lanarkshire. This often results in longer waiting times for practical test bookings. " } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How early should I arrive at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is advisable to arrive at Hamilton Driving Test Centre approximately 10-15 minutes before your scheduled test time. 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Hamilton # Hamilton Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in South Lanarkshire. ## Quick facts - 30 Selkirk Street, Hamilton, Lanarkshire, ML3 6RQ - Pass rate: **39.5%** (2024-25) - County: **South Lanarkshire** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=55.773&mlon=-4.039#map=15/55.773/-4.039) ## About Hamilton Test Centre Hamilton Driving Test Centre is conveniently located at 30 Selkirk Street, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, ML3 0EZ. This centre offers a varied test experience, reflecting both urban and semi-rural driving conditions. Test routes frequently incorporate busy town roads, including those around the bustling Hamilton town centre, which demand proficiency in navigating traffic, complex junctions, and pedestrian crossings. Candidates should also be prepared for periods on residential streets, requiring strong hazard perception and awareness of speed limits. The routes may extend to more suburban areas, assessing independent driving skills and the ability to adapt to varying road layouts. The pass rate for Hamilton, while not explicitly provided here, typically mirrors regional trends, suggesting a need for thorough preparation across all aspects of the practical driving syllabus to ensure success on diverse South Lanarkshire roads. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Hamilton Finding driving test cancellations at Hamilton can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for practical tests. Utilising a cancellation finding service can significantly reduce this wait. Find Me A Driving Test constantly monitors the DVSA booking system 24/7 for new test slots or cancelled appointments becoming available at the Hamilton centre. This proactive approach helps learners secure earlier test dates that fit their schedule, avoiding prolonged delays in obtaining their driving licence. While securing a cancellation requires prompt action, services like Find Me A Driving Test can provide a crucial advantage. [Get cancellation alerts for Hamilton](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Hamilton ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Hamilton, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Hamilton has remained broadly stable, moving from 38.6% to 39.5% (up 0.9 percentage points). It peaked at 51.8% in 2021-22 and was lowest at 37.1% in 2009-10, with a long-run average of 43.7%. 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 39.5% 2023-24 39.8% 2022-23 47.4% 2021-22 51.8% 2020-21 48.5% 2019-20 43.8% 2018-19 46.7% 2017-18 46.5% 2016-17 47.4% 2015-16 48.8% 2014-15 47% 2013-14 44% 2012-13 43.2% 2011-12 40.1% 2010-11 38.7% 2009-10 37.1% 2008-09 38.5% 2007-08 38.6% ## Frequently asked questions ### 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? ### How do I cancel or reschedule my test at this centre? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Hamilton** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ East Kilbride 8.6 km away ](/test-centres/south-lanarkshire/east-kilbride) - [ Glasgow (Baillieston) 9.5 km away ](/test-centres/glasgow-city/glasgow-baillieston) - [ Airdrie 10.8 km away ](/test-centres/uk/airdrie) 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.