Aberdeen South (Cove) vs Aberdeen North
Aberdeen South (Cove) had the higher car driving test pass rate in April 2025 to March 2026: 52.4% versus 48.2% at Aberdeen North — a gap of 4.2 percentage points.
Quick answer: Aberdeen South (Cove) had the higher pass rate (52.4% vs 48.2%). Examiners mark every test to the same national standard, so a higher local rate usually reflects quieter roads, not an easier exam.
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Aberdeen South (Cove) vs Aberdeen North: frequently asked questions
Is Aberdeen South (Cove) or Aberdeen North easier to pass at?
Aberdeen South (Cove) had the higher pass rate — 52.4% versus 48.2% at Aberdeen North in April 2025 to March 2026, a gap of 4.2 percentage points. A higher local rate usually means quieter roads, not an easier exam: every examiner marks to the same national standard.
What is the pass rate at Aberdeen South (Cove) and Aberdeen North?
For April 2025 to March 2026, Aberdeen South (Cove) recorded a 52.4% pass rate (4,858 tests) and Aberdeen North recorded 48.2% (3,906 tests), per DVSA table DRT122A.
How do these two centres rank nationally?
Aberdeen South (Cove) ranks 152 of 317 UK car test centres by pass rate, and Aberdeen North ranks 231 of 317. Aberdeen South (Cove) is 2.4 points above the national average and Aberdeen North is 1.8 points below the national average the national average of 50.0%.
Which centre is busier?
Aberdeen South (Cove) conducted more tests in April 2025 to March 2026 (4,858 versus 3,906). Busier centres often have longer waiting times for a slot.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), table DRT122A. Reporting period April 2025 to March 2026. Retrieved 2026-06-25. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.