Cardiff (Llanishen) Driving Test Centre Practice

About Cardiff (Llanishen) Driving Test Centre

The Cardiff (Llanishen) driving test centre is located at Cardiff (Llanishen), Cardiff Business Park, Cardiff, CF14 5GF. The surrounding 2km includes 162km of drivable roads — including A-roads A470, A469, B4562, A48. With DriveSim UK, you can practise driving on the real roads around this test centre in a photorealistic 3D environment. Get familiar with local junctions, roundabouts, and residential streets — all from the comfort of your screen.

Cardiff (Llanishen) Pass Rate & Statistics

44.1%

Pass Rate

5.2% below the national average of 49.3%

6,017

Tests Conducted

Apr 2024 – Mar 2025

2,653

Candidates Passed

Out of 6,017 tests taken

Cardiff (Llanishen)

44.1%

National Average

49.3%

Based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. National average: 49.3%.

Roads & Junctions Around Cardiff (Llanishen) Test Centre

Based on OpenStreetMap data within a 2km radius of the test centre, here's what you'll encounter on a typical test route:

Roundabouts

Traffic Light Junctions

625

Pedestrian Crossings

162km

Of Drivable Roads

Major Roads on Test Routes from Cardiff (Llanishen)

Examiners commonly use these named roads in test routes from this centre:

A470
A469
B4562
A48
Thornhill Road

Speed Zones You'll Drive Through

Total road length within 2km broken down by speed limit:

0.2km of road

1.5km of road

121.4km of road

19.4km of road

1.1km of road

1.0km of road

Nearest motorway: M4 approx. 2.2km away. Close enough that test routes may include motorway-style dual carriageways.

Data: OpenStreetMap, refreshed monthly. Test centre routes are determined by individual examiners and may vary; this gives the typical mix of road types and junctions you'll encounter within driving distance of the centre.

What You Can Practise Near Cardiff (Llanishen)

Navigate real junctions and roundabouts in the area
Drive residential streets you may encounter on test day
Learn road layouts and markings near the test centre
Build confidence with 3D photorealistic environments
Practice at your own pace, anytime, from any device

How to Practise at Cardiff (Llanishen)

Click Start Driving

We'll drop you onto the roads near the test centre.

Explore in 3D

Drive around using keyboard or touch controls in a realistic environment.

Build Confidence

Familiarise yourself with the area before your test day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I practise for my driving test at Cardiff (Llanishen)?

DriveSim UK lets you drive on real roads near Cardiff (Llanishen) test centre in a 3D simulator. Click "Start Driving" above and explore the area around CF14 5GF.

What is the pass rate at Cardiff (Llanishen)?

The pass rate at Cardiff (Llanishen) is 44.1%, based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. This is below the national average of 49.3%. A total of 6,017 tests were conducted, with 2,653 candidates passing.

Is Cardiff (Llanishen) an easy test centre?

Cardiff (Llanishen) has an below-average pass rate at 44.1% compared to the national average of 49.3%. Pass rates depend on many factors including local road complexity, traffic density, and candidate preparation — not the difficulty of the examiner.

How many driving tests are conducted at Cardiff (Llanishen)?

6,017 driving tests were conducted at Cardiff (Llanishen) during Apr 2024 – Mar 2025, with 2,653 candidates passing successfully.

Is DriveSim UK an official DVSA tool?

No. DriveSim is an independent educational simulator. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the DVSA or any government testing authority.

Does the Cardiff (Llanishen) driving test include motorway driving?

The M4 runs within 2.2km of Cardiff (Llanishen), so test routes may include motorway-style dual carriageways or high-speed approach roads. Practice confident lane changes and merging before test day.

How many roundabouts are there near Cardiff (Llanishen)?

There are 38 roundabouts within 2km of Cardiff (Llanishen) (38 full, 0 mini). With this many roundabouts in the area, expect multiple roundabout manoeuvres on your test — lane selection and signalling are critical.

What speed limits should I expect on the Cardiff (Llanishen) test?

Roads near Cardiff (Llanishen) mostly operate at 20mph. Within 2km the speed-zone breakdown is: 20mph (121.4km), 30mph (19.4km), 15mph (1.5km), 40mph (1.1km). Practise transitions between speed limits — examiners watch for appropriate speed changes.

Which roads are used on Cardiff (Llanishen) test routes?

The main named roads within the Cardiff (Llanishen) test radius include A470, A469, B4562, A48, Thornhill Road. Examiners regularly use these A-roads and B-roads on practical tests from this centre — familiarise yourself with their layouts, lane markings, and junction types.

Are there many pedestrian crossings on Cardiff (Llanishen) test routes?

Yes — there are approximately 625 pedestrian crossings within 2km of Cardiff (Llanishen). Zebra, pelican, and signal-controlled crossings are all common test-route features here. Practise approaching crossings with early observation and controlled braking.

What roads can I practise on near Cardiff (Llanishen)?

You can explore real roads around CF14 5GF in photorealistic 3D — covering 162km of drivable surface within 2km of the test centre. Roundabouts are common on routes from this centre — 38 within 2km. Practice the exact junctions and road layouts you'll see on test day.

Practice for Your Driving Test at Cardiff (Llanishen)