Driving lessons in Gawthorpe

SA
Sakandar Ahmed
No reviews yet

Kirklees · 2 miles

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Male

English

Urdu

Punjabi

On Avg. 15 to 60 lessons to pass

31+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£35.00 - £100.00 per lesson

No block bookings

No mock tests

NM
Nathan Michael Mould
No reviews yet

Kirklees · 2 miles

4477 •••4477 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 8 to 40 lessons to pass

19+ years experience

Automatic

£30.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

AA
Amir Afzal
No reviews yet

Kirklees · 3 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Male

English

Hindi

Urdu

Punjabi

On Avg. 20 to 50 lessons to pass

24+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£38.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

Y
Yas
No reviews yet

Kirklees · 3 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 10 to 40 lessons to pass

4+ years experience

Manual

£35.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Najam Hussain
No reviews yet

Kirklees · 3 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 40 lessons to pass

19+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£40.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

1 mi away · 11,653 tests · best month: April 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Gawthorpe

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

Wakefield

4 mi away · 5,471 tests · best month: July 2025

8 mi away · 10,563 tests · best month: June 2025

9 mi away · 7,737 tests · best month: July 2025

10 mi away · 10,831 tests · best month: August 2025

Stable

48%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Gawthorpe

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 Gawthorpe, 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 Gawthorpe 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 Gawthorpe's real conditions - not thrown in at the deep end afterwards.

COMMUNITY APPROVED

Proven local track record

Read reviews from learners who tested at your local centre and pick an instructor with a proven track record around Gawthorpe.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Gawthorpe?

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

Wakefield

Ossett

Based on 11,653 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

45.40%

Pass Rate

~8-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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

Heckmondwike

Based on 5,471 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

45.79%

Pass Rate

~10-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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

Huddersfield

Based on 10,563 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

49.21%

Pass Rate

~11-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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Barnsley

Based on 7,737 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

58.55%

Pass Rate

~5-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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

Bradford (Thornbury)

Bradford

Based on 10,831 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

47.75%

Pass Rate

~7-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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Leeds (Colton Mill)

Leeds

Based on 6,432 tests conducted over 11 months (latest: March 2026)

51.80%

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

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

Pontefract

Castleford

Based on 5,544 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

46.93%

Pass Rate

~14-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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

Leeds (Fearnville)

Leeds

Based on 4,676 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.80%

Pass Rate

~10-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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

Horsforth

Leeds

Based on 12,466 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

49.68%

Pass Rate

~11-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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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As someone who struggled with finding a good driving instructor myself, I understand the challenges and frustrations that come with the process of learning to drive in a busy place like Gawthorpe.

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Gawthorpe

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

Barnsley has the highest pass rate in the area at 58.55%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Wakefield has a pass rate of 45.40%. 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 Gawthorpe is 49.7%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Gawthorpe 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 Gawthorpe is Wakefield, around 1 mile away, with a 45% pass rate.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Gawthorpe range from £30 to £100 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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