Driving lessons in Bedminster Down

MM
Mohamed Mohamed
No reviews yet

Bristol · 4 miles

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Male

English

Arabic

On Avg. 18 to 20 lessons to pass

2018+ years experience

Manual

£45.00 - £100.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

MM
Mukhtar Mahamed Saleh
No reviews yet

Bristol · 4 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 16 to 25 lessons to pass

2+ years experience

Manual

£45.00 - £50.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

MD
Mahdi Daoud
No reviews yet

Bristol · 4 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

French

English

Arabic

On Avg. 25 to 55 lessons to pass

8+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£45.00 - £65.00 per lesson

No block bookings

Mock tests available

AM
Abubakar Mohamud
No reviews yet

Bristol · 4 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 25 lessons to pass

9+ years experience

Manual

£45.00 - £100.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

VR
Victoria Roberts
No reviews yet

Kingswood · 4 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Female

English

On Avg. 10 to 30 lessons to pass

20+ years experience

Automatic

£46.00 - £50.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

7 mi away · 14,863 tests · best month: December 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Bedminster Down

The nearest test centres, benchmarked against the 53% national average. Based on 2024-25 DVSA data.

Bristol (Kingswood)

8 mi away · 9,400 tests · best month: August 2025

16 mi away · 4,443 tests · best month: March 2026

19 mi away · 3,074 tests · best month: May 2025

19 mi away · 8,227 tests · best month: June 2025

Stable

49%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Bedminster Down

Learning to drive with a local instructor gives you distinct advantages that can make the difference between passing and failing your test.

FIRST-TIME PASS

Knows your test routes

A local instructor teaches on the exact roads and roundabouts examiners use around Bedminster Down, so nothing on test day is a surprise.

MAXIMISE YOUR TIME

More time behind the wheel

Get picked up from home, work or college in Bedminster Down and start driving straight away, rather than losing lesson time travelling to meet your instructor.

REAL-WORLD READY

Ready for real roads

Learn on the roads you'll actually drive every day, so you pass confident and ready for Bedminster Down's real conditions - not thrown in at the deep end afterwards.

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Proven local track record

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Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Bedminster Down?

Find instructors familiar with all test routes and who can help you prepare for your test at any of these centres.

Bristol (Kingswood)

Bristol

Based on 14,863 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.93%

Pass Rate

~5-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

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Bristol (Avonmouth)

Avonmouth

Based on 9,400 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

55.47%

Pass Rate

~8-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

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Weston-super-Mare

Weston Super Mare

Based on 4,443 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

61.02%

Pass Rate

~5-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

DVSA will make arrangements for you at this test centre if you have a disability.

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Trowbridge

Based on 3,074 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

55.24%

Pass Rate

~9-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

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Newport (Gwent)

Newport

Based on 8,227 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

48.88%

Pass Rate

~6-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

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Instructor MikeJust now

Instructor Mike·Just now

Hey there! Just a heads up, I only teach manual cars. If you're looking for automatic, you might need to check with someone else. Best of luck!

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Bedminster Down

Find answers to frequently asked questions about driving lessons and choosing the right instructor in Bedminster Down.

Weston-super-Mare has the highest pass rate in the area at 61.02%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Newport (Gwent) has a pass rate of 48.88%. However, with proper preparation and the right instructor, you can succeed at any test centre.

The average pass rate for driving test centres in and around Bedminster Down is 54.5%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

Yes - automatic driving lessons are available from instructors covering Bedminster Down. Automatic tuition is a popular choice if you'd rather focus on the road without worrying about gears.

Yes - Bedminster Down is served by female driving instructors. You can filter by instructor gender when you search to find the right fit.

The nearest DVSA test centre to Bedminster Down is Bristol (Kingswood), around 7 miles away, with a 52% pass rate.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Bedminster Down range from £40 to £100 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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