Knaresborough
Knaresborough driving test centre is located at: Ground Floor Unit 9, Grimbald Crag Court, St James Business Park, Knaresborough, HG5 8QB
Tel: 01423 861602
Test Types Available: car, motorcycle mod 2, ADI part 3.
Wheelchair Accessible
Toilets: Male, female and disabled toilets are available
Parking: Parking is available at the rear of the building
Pass Rate: The average pass rate at this centre is around 52%
What to Expect on the Test Routes
Some routes include high-speed merges on the A59 and A1 dual-carriageways. Expect busy traffic and pedestrians in the road around Knaresborough High Street. Be wary of the Bond End double mini-roundabouts, make sure that you choose the correct lane. On some roads there may be regular speed limits changes between 30, 40, and 60 mph. On Abbey Road or near Waterside be ready for a steep hill start when moving off.
In order to book a driving test you need:
- your UK driving licence number
- a credit or debit card for payment
- if you wish to check that your driving instructor is available, you will also need your instructor’s personal reference number
You can click here to find out the current cost of a driving test in your chosen category. In order to take a practical test, you must have lived in England, Wales or Scotland for at least 185 days in the last 12 months before the day you take your test. If you live in Northern Ireland there is a different service through which you can book your test. If you want to look for an earlier test date after booking, you can check for appointments by going to the ‘change driving test‘ page on the Gov.UK website.
What Happens at the Test Centre
On the day of your driving test, make sure that you have your photocard driving licence with you. If you have an old style paper licence, then you must also take a valid passport for photo ID. Without these you will not be able to take your test.
You can take the test in your own car if you wish. Just make sure that it is taxed, insured and everything is in good working order. You must also provide an extra rear-view mirror for the examiner to use. Make sure that your L plates are clean, and correctly positioned clearly in view – NOT in the windows!
Arrive at your test centre in good time, but not so early that you get in the way of other test candidates. About ten minutes before your test time is about right. Just park your car, and make your way to the waiting room with your licence and wait for the examiner to call your name. For full details about what happens during a test, read The Driving Test & How to Pass – it’s written by a driving examiner!