Find a driving instructor in Trowbridge, Cardiff

JW
Jonathan Williams
No reviews yet

Cardiff · 3 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 5 to 45 lessons to pass

3+ years experience

Automatic

£60.00 - £70.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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GP
Gareth Payne
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Newport · 6 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 12 to 42 lessons to pass

21+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£40.00 - £135.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

GJ
Graham Jones
No reviews yet

Penarth · 6 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 11 to 27 lessons to pass

19+ years experience

Manual

£34.00 - £35.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

MC
Michael Curtis Morgan
No reviews yet

Caerphilly · 6 miles

4477 •••4477 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 25 to 45 lessons to pass

24+ years experience

Manual

£37.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

DW
Dean Walton
No reviews yet

Caerphilly · 6 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 5 to 100 lessons to pass

5+ years experience

Automatic

£44.00 - £100.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

3 mi away · 16,401 tests · best month: May 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Trowbridge, Cardiff

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

Cardiff (Llanishen)

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

11 mi away · 9,909 tests · best month: August 2025

11 mi away · 2,244 tests · best month: April 2025

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

Improving

61%

above avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Trowbridge, Cardiff

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 Trowbridge, Cardiff, 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 Trowbridge, Cardiff 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 Trowbridge, Cardiff'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 Trowbridge, Cardiff.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Trowbridge, Cardiff?

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

Cardiff (Llanishen)

Cardiff

Based on 16,401 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

46.55%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You cannot access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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

Newport (Gwent)

Newport

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

48.88%

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

Newport (Gwent) LGV

Newport

Driving test centre location with practical test services available

Pass rate data unavailable

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

Llantrisant

Based on 9,909 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

54.01%

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

Barry

Based on 2,244 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

57.04%

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

Weston-super-Mare

Weston Super Mare

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

61.02%

Pass Rate

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.

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

Merthyr Tydfil

Based on 4,446 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.17%

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

Bristol (Avonmouth)

Avonmouth

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

55.47%

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

Bridgend

Based on 5,990 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

53.31%

Pass Rate

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.

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 Trowbridge, Cardiff

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

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

The average pass rate for driving test centres in and around Trowbridge, Cardiff is 53.4%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Trowbridge, Cardiff 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 Trowbridge, Cardiff is Cardiff (Llanishen), around 3 miles away, with a 47% pass rate.

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

Driving lessons from instructors serving Trowbridge, Cardiff range from £34 to £370 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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