--- title: "Sunderland Driving Test Centre | 47.1% Pass Rate" description: "Sunderland driving test centre in Tyne and Wear — 47.1% 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": "Tyne and Wear", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/tyne-and-wear" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Sunderland" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Sunderland Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/sunderland", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "River Bank Road, North Hylton Road Industrial Estate, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear", "postalCode": "SR5 3JJ", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 54.9069, "longitude": -1.3838 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can a driving instructor sit in on the test?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, your driving instructor can sit in on your driving test. This can be beneficial for feedback and support, but it's entirely your decision to have them present." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I cancel or reschedule my test at this centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can cancel or reschedule your driving test directly on the DVSA website. Be aware that you need to give at least three working days' notice to avoid losing your test fee." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How soon can I rebook if I fail?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "If you fail your driving test, you must wait at least 10 working days before you can rebook another test. This waiting period is designed to give you time to practice and improve." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I change my test to this centre after booking?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, you can change your driving test to the Sunderland centre after booking, provided there are available slots. 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Sunderland # Sunderland Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Tyne and Wear. ## Quick facts - River Bank Road, North Hylton Road Industrial Estate, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR5 3JJ - Pass rate: **47.1%** (2024-25) - County: **Tyne and Wear** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=54.9069&mlon=-1.3838#map=15/54.9069/-1.3838) ## About Sunderland Test Centre The Sunderland Driving Test Centre is conveniently located at Riverbank Road, an easily accessible spot for learners across Tyne and Wear. This centre presents a diverse range of test routes that challenge candidates with varied urban and suburban driving conditions. Expect to navigate through busy residential areas, high-street traffic, and potentially some dual carriageway sections. Examiners often assess a candidate's ability to handle complex junctions, roundabouts, and pedestrian crossings. With a pass rate generally reflecting the national average, Sunderland offers a realistic test environment. Learners should focus on developing strong observation skills, precise manoeuvre execution, and confident independent driving to succeed here. The centre's location provides ample opportunity to practice different scenarios before the test day, ensuring candidates are well-prepared for whatever the route may bring. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Sunderland Securing an earlier driving test at the Sunderland Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for available slots. However, driving test cancellations do occur, freeing up earlier appointments. Find Me A Driving Test constantly monitors the DVSA booking system 24/7 for these last-minute test openings at Sunderland. By using our service, you increase your chances of finding and booking a cancelled test, allowing you to take your driving test sooner than originally planned at this popular Tyne and Wear location. [Get cancellation alerts for Sunderland](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Sunderland ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Sunderland, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Sunderland has improved, moving from 41.6% to 47.1% (up 5.5 percentage points). It peaked at 47.6% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 41.6% in 2007-08, with a long-run average of 45.4%. 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 47.1% 2023-24 45.8% 2022-23 46.7% 2021-22 45.3% 2020-21 47.6% 2019-20 44.1% 2018-19 42.9% 2017-18 43.9% 2016-17 44.8% 2015-16 45.5% 2014-15 44% 2013-14 46.1% 2012-13 46.9% 2011-12 47% 2010-11 46.2% 2009-10 44.9% 2008-09 47.5% 2007-08 41.6% ## Frequently asked questions ### Can a driving instructor sit in on the test? ### How do I cancel or reschedule my test at this centre? ### How soon can I rebook if I fail? ### Can I change my test to this centre after booking? ### What are the test routes like at this centre? ### What identification do I need to bring? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Sunderland** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Gateshead 14.9 km away ](/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/gateshead) - [ Gosforth 18.9 km away ](/test-centres/tyne-and-wear/gosforth) - [ Durham 18.1 km away ](/test-centres/durham/durham) 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.