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Downpatrick
Driving test centre.

Official results, the context behind them and a practical way to plan your next step.

Find local tuition Compare this centre Official centre information
59.8%
All-car pass rate · 2026 Q1 (Jan–Mar)
996
Tests taken · 2026 Q1 (Jan–Mar)
Not published
Median completed wait
Not published
Forward availability measure

Results: official source tables. Missing values are not zero. Definitions and limitations.

The wider picture

Pass rates over time

Compare the same test group across published periods.

Period Tests Passes Pass rate
2026 Q1 (Jan–Mar) 996 596 59.8%

Candidate mix and repeated attempts affect these figures. The highest rate does not identify the easiest test for you.

Plan the practicalities

Before you book

  • Agree readiness and test-day car use with your instructor.
  • Check the current venue address, facilities and offered services.
  • Use the correct official booking service for your nation.
  • Check any support or adjustments before the appointment.

Published address: Downpatrick, Cloonagh Road, Flying Horse Road, Ballymote Upper, Downpatrick, BT30 6DU

Services on the official venue page: Cars · Motorcycles · Off Road Motorcycle Manoeuvres

Venue details checked 2026-09-12. These services and the historical results above refer to different dates.

Check the official venue

A centre’s statistical name may not identify the latest building. Any address must be checked against your booking confirmation.

Build a realistic budget

Include lessons, official fees and test-day car use.

Check your readiness

Use a structured conversation with your instructor.

Plan travel and conditions

Official road, public transport and weather sources.

Suggest a correction to this record. For a booking issue, contact the official test authority.

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2026 Q1 (Jan–Mar)
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Official test statistics

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