DVSA driving test centre

Cambridge (Brookmount Court)

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The Cambridge (Brookmount Court) driving test centre has a 53.81% pass rate across 13,689 tests (DVSA figures, 2025-26). The median wait between booking and taking a test here is 20.1 weeks as of July 2026.

Official DVSA figures

53.81%

Pass rate

DVSA figures, 2025-26

20.1 weeks

Average wait

DVSA figures for July 2026

13,689

Tests

Conducted over the period reported

7,366

Passes

Candidates who passed here

#129 of 316 in Britain

Local instructors

Cambridge (Brookmount Court) Driving Instructors

Find driving instructors within 10 miles of the Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre. Working with a local instructor who knows the test routes and area can significantly improve your preparation and confidence.

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Thomas Edward Carden
No reviews yet

South Cambridgeshire · 1 mile
4478 •••
Male
English
On Avg. 20 to 25 lessons to pass
4+ years experience
Manual
£70.00 - £80.00 per lesson
No block bookings
Mock tests available

NN
Neelima Neher
No reviews yet

Cambridge · 2 miles
4477 •••
Female
English
Hindi
Bengali
Urdu
Punjabi
On Avg. 20 to 30 lessons to pass
12+ years experience
Automatic
£90.00 - £90.00 per lesson
Block bookings available
Mock tests available

CD
Cambridge Driving School
No reviews yet

Cambridge · 4 miles
4478 •••
Male
English
On Avg. 5 to 10 lessons to pass
15+ years experience
Both automatic and manual
£39.00 - £42.50 per lesson
Block bookings available
Mock tests available

MI
Markandu Ilankumaran
No reviews yet

South Cambridgeshire · 8 miles
4479 •••
Male
English
Tamil
On Avg. 25 to 40 lessons to pass
5+ years experience
Manual
£75.00 - £80.00 per lesson
Block bookings available
Mock tests available

S
Sia
No reviews yet

South Cambridgeshire · 9 miles
4474 •••
Female
English
Hindi
Urdu
On Avg. 9 to 24 lessons to pass
5+ years experience
Automatic
£80.00 - £84.00 per lesson
Block bookings available
Mock tests available

About Cambridge (Brookmount Court)

The Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre serves the Cambridge area as a key location for practical driving tests. With a pass rate of 53.81% based on 13,689 tests conducted, this test centre provides valuable insights for learner drivers preparing for their practical examination. Understanding the local area and practicing with an instructor familiar with the test centre can make a significant difference in your preparation and confidence on test day.

Success at any test centre comes down to thorough preparation. Working with a local driving instructor who knows the Cambridge area means you'll practice on roads similar to those used during your test, become familiar with local traffic patterns, and build the skills and confidence needed to pass. We've listed instructors near this test centre to help you prepare effectively.

Location & Directions

Address

Driving Test Centre Cambridge Brookmount Court, Units A & B Brookmount Court, Kirkwood Road
Cambridge
CB4 2QH

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Book Your Test

Visit gov.uk/book-driving-test to book your driving test.

Waiting times

How long is the wait at Cambridge (Brookmount Court)?

Official DVSA figures for July 2026

Average wait for a test

20.1 weeks

The median time between booking a test here and taking it.

Until appointments free up

24 weeks

How far ahead you have to look before this centre has a reasonable choice of slots.

Tests DVSA cancelled here

264

Over 2025-26, mostly examiner medical absence. These are cancellations by DVSA - examiner absence, weather, industrial action - not by candidates. A cancelled test is rebooked at no charge.

See how Cambridge (Brookmount Court) compares: waiting times at every UK test centre

The numbers

Test Centre Statistics

Official DVSA figures from April 2025 to March 2026 (2025-26)

Overall Pass Rate

53.81%

129 of 316 centres in Britain

Best Performing Month

March 2026

56.18% pass rate (796 passes)

Average Monthly Tests

1,141

Conducted per month on average

Total Passes

7,366

Successful candidates over 12 months

Trends

Pass Rate Trends & Analysis

Pass rates at Cambridge (Brookmount Court) move month to month, influenced by weather, time of year and how well prepared candidates are. While March 2026 showed the highest pass rate at 56.18%, your result depends far more on your own preparation than on the month you book. An instructor who knows the local roads and traffic patterns is one of the most effective ways to improve your chances.

Pass Rate Trend

Monthly pass rates at Cambridge (Brookmount Court) (April 2025 - March 2026)

Overall Pass Rate

April 2025 - March 2026

7,366 passes from 13,689 tests
Source: DVSA, 2025-26 release
The breakdown

Who passes at Cambridge (Brookmount Court)

The headline rate mixes first tests with retakes. DVSA break it down further (2025-26).

First-time candidates

53.39%

Across 7,215 first attempts, of which 124 passed with no faults at all. If this is your first test, this is the closer comparison.

Automatic car tests

47.92%

Across 4,103 automatic tests. An automatic licence only lets you drive automatics.

Pass rate by age

Younger candidates tend to pass more often - worth knowing before comparing yourself to the headline number. The number on the right is how many tests that age group took.

Age 17
65%2,206
Age 18
59.21%1,564
Age 19
55.74%732
Age 20
54.96%564
Age 21
56.05%521
Age 22
54.82%529
Age 23
58.56%555
Age 25
51.07%466
Since 2007

Pass rate year by year

Every year DVSA have published for Cambridge (Brookmount Court), from 2007-08 to 2025-26

2007-082008-092009-102010-112011-122012-132013-142014-152015-162016-172017-182018-192019-202020-212021-222022-232023-242024-252025-26

Financial years 2007-08 to 2025-26, ranging between 47.64% and 54.32%

Pass rate at Cambridge (Brookmount Court) by financial year
Financial yearPass rateTests conducted
2007-0853.64%5,686
2008-0951.49%6,242
2009-1053.93%5,364
2010-1154.32%5,679
2011-1251.71%5,065
2012-1352.9%4,098
2013-1452.55%4,449
2014-1552.87%3,414
2015-1651.31%3,711
2016-1749.79%5,160
2017-1852.87%5,226
2018-1949.92%8,552
2019-2047.64%10,698
2020-2150.64%2,356
2021-2248.07%9,534
2022-2350.18%10,759
2023-2450.37%13,690
2024-2550.5%13,610
2025-2653.81%13,689
Becoming an instructor

ADI qualifying tests at Cambridge (Brookmount Court)

Trainee driving instructors sit their qualifying tests at ordinary test centres - these are the figures for this one.

ADI Part 2 pass rate (2025-26)

64.29%

The advanced driving-ability test. 98 taken here, 63 passed. Every centre's Part 2 rate

ADI Part 3 pass rate (2025-26)

45.88%

The instructional-ability test - nationally the hardest step. 85 taken here, 39 passed. Every centre's Part 3 rate

From the archive

Cambridge (Brookmount Court) driving test routes (2008–2010)

These are the official DSA route documents, last reviewed 2008–2010. DVSA stopped publishing test routes in October 2010 when independent driving was introduced; today's routes are different and unpublished, and the test centre itself may have moved site since these were written. Use these to get familiar with the general area - not to memorise a route.

Source: Driving Standards Agency, via The National Archives (OGL v3.0).

On the day

Test Centre Facilities & Services

Important information about the Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre

Available Test Types

This test centre provides these types of tests: car, ADI part 2, ADI part 3.

Accessibility Information

DVSA will make arrangements for you at this test centre if you have a disability.

What to Expect on Test Day

Your driving test at Cambridge (Brookmount Court) will follow the standard DVSA practical test format. Plan to arrive at least 10-15 minutes before your scheduled time to allow for check-in procedures.

  • Bring your provisional driving licence and theory test pass certificate
  • Your test will begin with an eyesight check (reading a number plate)
  • You'll be asked two vehicle safety questions ('show me, tell me')
  • The driving portion lasts approximately 40 minutes
  • You'll be asked to perform one manoeuvre and may be required to follow sat-nav directions
Preparation

Preparing for Your Driving Test at Cambridge (Brookmount Court)

Expert advice to help you succeed on test day

Preparing for your driving test requires more than just learning to drive - it's about building confidence, understanding the local area, and practicing under test-like conditions. At the Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre, success starts with thorough preparation and the right support.

Work With a Local Instructor

One of the most valuable investments you can make is working with a driving instructor who knows the Cambridge area well. Local instructors understand the roads commonly used for tests from Cambridge (Brookmount Court), know the local traffic patterns, and can provide targeted practice on manoeuvres and situations you're likely to encounter. They can also offer mock tests that simulate the real experience, helping you build confidence and identify areas that need more work.

Practice in the Local Area

Familiarity with the roads around Cambridge (Brookmount Court) can make a significant difference on test day. Spend time practicing in the area with your instructor, paying attention to speed limits, road layouts, and common hazards. This local knowledge helps reduce anxiety and allows you to focus on demonstrating your driving skills rather than trying to navigate unfamiliar roads.

Understand the Statistics

The 53.81% pass rate at Cambridge (Brookmount Court) provides context but shouldn't define your expectations. Every candidate's journey is different, and with proper preparation, you can exceed these statistics. Focus on mastering the skills, building your confidence, and taking your test only when you and your instructor agree you're ready.

FAQ

Common Questions About Cambridge (Brookmount Court)

Find answers to frequently asked questions about this test centre, pass rates, and preparing for your driving test.

53.39% of candidates taking their first driving test at Cambridge (Brookmount Court) passed it, across 7,215 first attempts in 2025-26. 124 of those passed with no driving faults at all. The centre's overall pass rate of 53.81% includes retakes, so first-time candidates should compare against this figure instead.

47.92% of automatic car tests taken at Cambridge (Brookmount Court) were passed, across 4,103 tests in 2025-26. Passing in an automatic gives you an automatic-only licence.

According to DVSA figures for July 2026, the average (median) wait between booking a test at Cambridge (Brookmount Court) and taking it is 20.1 weeks. Appointments generally start to free up around 24 weeks ahead. Waiting times change every month, and this page updates when DVSA publish new figures. For pass rates it ranks 129 of 316 centres in Britain.

Based on recent data, the Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre has a pass rate of 53.81%. This is considered average compared to the national average. Out of 13,689 tests conducted, 7,366 candidates passed their driving test.

This test centre provides these types of tests: car, ADI part 2, ADI part 3.

DVSA will make arrangements for you at this test centre if you have a disability.

To prepare for your driving test at the Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre, we recommend: practicing in the local area with a local instructor (see our instructors below), getting additional practice with family members between lessons (ensuring they're over 21 and have held a full UK licence for at least 3 years), watching instructional YouTube videos for tips and techniques, and completing mock tests. Consider the centre's 53.81% pass rate when planning your preparation timeline.

According to recent data, March 2026 had the highest pass rate at the Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre with 56.18% (796 passes from 1417 tests). However, the best time to take your test is when you feel fully prepared and confident in your driving abilities.

The Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre is located at Driving Test Centre Cambridge Brookmount Court, Units A & B Brookmount Court, Kirkwood Road, Cambridge, CB4 2QH. You can find detailed directions using the Google Maps link on this page.

On your test day at the Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre, arrive at least 10-15 minutes early with your provisional licence and theory test certificate. Your examiner will ask you to read a number plate, perform 'show me, tell me' questions, and then conduct a driving test lasting approximately 40 minutes. Based on recent data, 53.81% of candidates pass at this test centre. Remember to stay calm and drive as you've been taught.

Officially no - DVSA stopped publishing test routes in October 2010 when independent driving was introduced, and today's routes are unpublished. However, the official DSA route documents used at Cambridge (Brookmount Court) until then are preserved by The National Archives, and you can view them on this page. Use them to get familiar with the roads around the test centre rather than to memorise a route.

We've listed driving instructors within 10 miles of the Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre at the top of this page. Working with a local instructor who knows the area and test routes can significantly improve your chances of passing. You can also search by your own postcode to see instructors who cover exactly where you live.