Find a driving instructor in Rugeley

LW
Lisa Winwood
No reviews yet

Lichfield · 6 miles

4474 •••4474 ••• ••••

Female

English

On Avg. 15 to 50 lessons to pass

2+ years experience

Manual

£90.00 - £90.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

KH
Kevin Hanson
No reviews yet

Cannock Chase · 6 miles

4474 •••4474 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 8 to 60 lessons to pass

35+ years experience

Manual

£45.00 - £50.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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RA
Ross Aldridge
No reviews yet

Cannock Chase · 6 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 40 lessons to pass

7+ years experience

Automatic

£40.00 - £80.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Neil Pearson
No reviews yet

South Staffordshire · 8 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 40 to 50 lessons to pass

9+ years experience

Automatic

£40.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

TW
Trevor William Paterson
No reviews yet

South Staffordshire · 8 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 15 to 30 lessons to pass

30+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£60.00 - £60.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

6 mi away · 5,944 tests · best month: November 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Rugeley

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

Lichfield

9 mi away · 5,365 tests · best month: August 2025

11 mi away · 7,273 tests · best month: May 2025

11 mi away · 13,193 tests · best month: October 2025

15 mi away · 7,508 tests · best month: October 2025

Declining

35%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Rugeley

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 Rugeley, 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 Rugeley 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 Rugeley'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 Rugeley.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Rugeley?

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

Lichfield

Based on 5,944 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

53.05%

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

Stafford

Based on 5,365 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

45.83%

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

Burton on Trent

Burton

Based on 7,273 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

54.74%

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

Featherstone

Based on 13,193 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

36.44%

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

Wednesbury

Based on 7,508 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

34.98%

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

Birmingham (Kingstanding)

Birmingham

Based on 16,133 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

48.53%

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

Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield)

Sutton Coldfield

Based on 2,712 tests conducted

44.06%

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

Wolverhampton

Based on 11,561 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

34.26%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

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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 Rugeley

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

Burton on Trent has the highest pass rate in the area at 54.74%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Wolverhampton has a pass rate of 34.26%. 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 Rugeley is 44%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Rugeley 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 Rugeley is Lichfield, around 6 miles away, with a 53% pass rate.

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

Driving lessons from instructors serving Rugeley 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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