Find a driving instructor in Cottingham

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Waqas Ahmad
No reviews yet

Kingston upon Hull · 5 miles

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Male

English

Urdu

Punjabi

Hindi

On Avg. 35 to 60 lessons to pass

1+ years experience

Manual

£37.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Nicholas Thompson
No reviews yet

Kingston upon Hull · 5 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 40 lessons to pass

10+ years experience

Manual

£35.00 - £35.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Ian
No reviews yet

East Riding of Yorkshire · 6 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 15 to 25 lessons to pass

7+ years experience

Manual

£35.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

4 mi away · 9,706 tests · best month: February 2026

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Cottingham

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

Hull

4 mi away · 159 tests · best month: March 2026

54%

in line with avg

Scunthorpe

15 mi away · 6,103 tests · best month: February 2026

19 mi away · 5,361 tests · best month: May 2025

Declining

43%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Cottingham

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 Cottingham, 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 Cottingham 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 Cottingham'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 Cottingham?

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

Hull

Based on 9,706 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

47.93%

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

Beverley LGV

Beverley

Based on 159 tests conducted over 1 months (latest: March 2026)

54.09%

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

Scunthorpe

Humberside

Based on 6,103 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

45.44%

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

Grimsby Coldwater

Grimsby

Based on 5,361 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

42.75%

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

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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 Cottingham.

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Cottingham

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

Beverley LGV has the highest pass rate in the area at 54.09%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Grimsby Coldwater has a pass rate of 42.75%. 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 Cottingham is 47.6%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

The nearest DVSA test centre to Cottingham is Hull, around 4 miles away, with a 48% pass rate.

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

Driving lessons from instructors serving Cottingham range from £35 to £100 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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