Basildon driving test centre
Want an earlier driving test at Basildon?
- Nothing to pay upfront
- You only pay once we've found you a test
- We alert you by SMS and WhatsApp as soon as we find a date
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Test centre address: 2 Paycocke Road, Basildon, Essex SS14 3JS
Basildon's driving test centre is on Paycocke Road, on the industrial estate by the A127, about a mile north of the town centre. Car tests run from here alongside other kinds of test, and learners come from Basildon, Laindon, Pitsea, Wickford, Billericay and Canvey Island.
8,359 car tests were taken there in a year, with a pass rate of 49.1%, close to the 50% across Great Britain.
Brentwood is about 8 miles away, with Southend-on-Sea and Tilbury both about 10. You can compare them further down.
How long is the wait at Basildon driving test centre?
If you book at Basildon on your own, the first week with a good choice of free dates is 24+ weeks away. That's about the same as most test centres.
You don't have to wait that out or keep checking yourself. Earlier dates come free as driving test cancellations, when other learners move or cancel theirs, and we watch for them on your behalf. We usually find learners an earlier test date within 1 to 2 weeks of signing up, and often within a few days. The test itself may still be a few weeks away, but it's earlier than the date you'd get booking on your own.
See how that compares with the wait at every test centre in the country.
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What's the pass rate at Basildon?
In the latest official figures, 49.1% of driving tests at Basildon were passes. That's close to the 50% across Great Britain. The year before, it was 45.6%.
Pass rates depend on a lot of things, including how busy the roads are and how ready people are on the day, so don't read too much into a few points either way.
How we help you find an earlier test at Basildon
- Tell us what you needPick Basildon and the months you can do. It takes about two minutes.
- We look for youWe look for earlier dates at Basildon, so you don't have to keep checking.
- We let you knowAs soon as we find an earlier date, we alert you by SMS and WhatsApp.
Getting an earlier test at Basildon
Tell us you want Basildon and the months you can do. We'll look for an earlier date and alert you by SMS and WhatsApp as soon as we find one. Want it? Reply YES. Not for you? Reply NO and we'll keep looking.
Already have a test booked? You don't need to cancel it. We can look for an earlier date and move it for you.
Nothing to pay upfront. You only pay if we find you a test and you say yes to it.
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Driving test centres near Basildon
How Basildon compares with the closest centres. Distances are in a straight line, so the drive may be a little further.
| Test centre | Distance | Pass rate | Wait on your own |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basildon | This centre | 49.1% | 24+ weeks |
| Brentwood | 8.3 miles | 48.5% | 24+ weeks |
| Southend-on-Sea | 9.9 miles | 47% | 24+ weeks |
| Chelmsford | 10.3 miles | 55.4% | 24+ weeks |
| Tilbury | 10.4 miles | 50.4% | 24+ weeks |
| Hornchurch (London) | 11.7 miles | 46.3% | 24+ weeks |
Questions about Basildon test centre
Can I get a short notice or last minute test at Basildon?
Yes, that's often how the soonest dates appear. If a Basildon date frees up at short notice we'll ring you as well as messaging, so you can decide quickly.
Do I need to cancel my current test first?
No. Keep it, and we'll look for an earlier date to move it to. Your test is only moved if you reply YES.
When's the next driving test date at Basildon?
Booking on your own, the first week at Basildon with a good choice of free dates is 24+ weeks away. With us, an earlier date usually comes along within 1 to 2 weeks of signing up.
Where is Basildon driving test centre?
It's at 2 Paycocke Road in Basildon, SS14 3JS for the sat nav. Car tests are taken there along with other test types, so follow the signs for car tests when you arrive.
How can I get an earlier test at Basildon?
Basildon dates free up when other learners cancel or move theirs. Tell us the months that work for you and we'll message you by SMS and WhatsApp as soon as we find one.
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Figures from the official driving test statistics published on GOV.UK.