Practice for Your Driving Test at Durham LGV

Explore the real roads around this test centre in photorealistic 3D before your big day.

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Durham LGV
Driving Test Centre Durham LGV, Durham City House, St Johns Road, Meadowfield, Durham
DH7 8XQ
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Map of the area around Durham LGV driving test centre, DH7 8XQ

Map of the area around Durham LGV test centre. © OpenStreetMap contributors.

About Durham LGV Driving Test Centre

The Durham LGV driving test centre is located at Driving Test Centre Durham LGV, Durham City House, St Johns Road, Meadowfield, Durham, DH7 8XQ. The surrounding 2km includes 60km of drivable roads — including A-roads A167, A690, B6300, A177. 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.

Durham LGV Pass Rate & Statistics

51.9%
Pass Rate
2.6% above the national average of 49.3%
2,215
Tests Conducted
Apr 2024 – Mar 2025
1,150
Candidates Passed
Out of 2,215 tests taken
Durham LGV
51.9%
National Average
49.3%

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

Roads & Junctions Around Durham LGV 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:

2
Roundabouts
6
Traffic Light Junctions
18
Pedestrian Crossings
60km
Of Drivable Roads

Major Roads on Test Routes from Durham LGV

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

Speed Zones You'll Drive Through

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

20
4.9km of road
30
9.8km of road
40
1.9km of road
60
2.6km of road
70
5.0km of road

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 Durham LGV

How to Practise at Durham LGV

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

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

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Build Confidence

Familiarise yourself with the area before your test day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I practise for my driving test at Durham LGV?
DriveSim UK lets you drive on real roads near Durham LGV test centre in a 3D simulator. Click "Start Driving" above and explore the area around DH7 8XQ.
What is the pass rate at Durham LGV?
The pass rate at Durham LGV is 51.9%, based on DVSA data for Apr 2024 – Mar 2025. This is above the national average of 49.3%. A total of 2,215 tests were conducted, with 1,150 candidates passing.
Is Durham LGV an easy test centre?
Durham LGV has an average pass rate at 51.9% 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 Durham LGV?
2,215 driving tests were conducted at Durham LGV during Apr 2024 – Mar 2025, with 1,150 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.
How many roundabouts are there near Durham LGV?
There are 2 roundabouts within 2km of Durham LGV test centre. Test routes typically include at least one roundabout — practise lane positioning and exit signalling.
What speed limits should I expect on the Durham LGV test?
Roads near Durham LGV mostly operate at 30mph. Within 2km the speed-zone breakdown is: 30mph (9.8km), 70mph (5.0km), 20mph (4.9km), 60mph (2.6km). Practise transitions between speed limits — examiners watch for appropriate speed changes.
Which roads are used on Durham LGV test routes?
The main named roads within the Durham LGV test radius include A167, A690, B6300, A177. 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.
What roads can I practise on near Durham LGV?
You can explore real roads around DH7 8XQ in photorealistic 3D — covering 60km of drivable surface within 2km of the test centre. The area has a mix of roundabouts (2) and traffic-light junctions (6). Practice the exact junctions and road layouts you'll see on test day.

Prepare for Your Test

Brush up on key skills before your driving test:

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Other Test Centres Near Durham LGV

Durham50.7% pass rateDH7 8XL · 0.4 km awaySunderland49.0% pass rateSR5 3JJ · 22.5 km awayGateshead53.6% pass rateNE11 9HU · 23.2 km awayDarlington48.8% pass rateDL1 4PW · 26.5 km awayHartlepool54.9% pass rateTS25 1TZ · 27.6 km away

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