Find a driving instructor in Leith

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Jon Simpson
No reviews yet

City of Edinburgh · 2 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 40 to 41 lessons to pass

9+ years experience

Manual

£45.00 - £50.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

TM
Tanvir Mahan
No reviews yet

City of Edinburgh · 3 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

Bengali

Hindi

Urdu

On Avg. 30 to 50 lessons to pass

3+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£90.00 - £100.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Rim Bahadur Tamang
No reviews yet

City of Edinburgh · 4 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 25 to 60 lessons to pass

5+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£0.00 - £95.00 per lesson

No block bookings

No mock tests

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Colin Banner
No reviews yet

East Lothian · 5 miles

4474 •••4474 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 3800 to 4200 lessons to pass

2+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Peters Pedals
No reviews yet

City of Edinburgh · 5 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 15 to 25 lessons to pass

6+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £80.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

5 mi away · 6,850 tests · best month: October 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Leith

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

Edinburgh (Musselburgh)

7 mi away · 6,202 tests · best month: March 2026

11 mi away · 4,313 tests · best month: January 2026

12 mi away · 5,529 tests · best month: April 2025

13 mi away · 2,997 tests · best month: January 2026

Improving

56%

above avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Leith

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

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Proven local track record

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

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Leith?

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

Edinburgh (Musselburgh)

Edinburgh

Based on 6,850 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

49.45%

Pass Rate

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

Edinburgh (Currie)

Edinburgh

Based on 6,202 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

41.55%

Pass Rate

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

Kirkcaldy

Fife

Based on 4,313 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

50.87%

Pass Rate

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

Dunfermline

Based on 5,529 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

36.39%

Pass Rate

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

Livingston

Based on 2,997 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

55.69%

Pass Rate

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

Haddington

Based on 2,195 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

57.54%

Pass Rate

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 Leith.

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Leith

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

Haddington has the highest pass rate in the area at 57.54%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Dunfermline has a pass rate of 36.39%. 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 Leith is 48.6%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

The nearest DVSA test centre to Leith is Edinburgh (Musselburgh), around 5 miles away, with a 49% pass rate.

Look for instructors with high ratings, relevant experience, and teaching styles that match your learning needs. Read reviews from other learners in Leith to find the best fit.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Leith range from £25 to £100 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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