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Borehamwood Driving Test Routes – Pass Rate, Common Faults & Practice Tips

The Borehamwood Driving Test Centre serves learners across Borehamwood, including Elstree, Bushey borders, Radlett approaches, and North London edges.

Driving test routes here are technical and realistic, combining busy A-roads, industrial estate exits, frequent roundabouts, and residential streets with constant parking pressure.

Practising real Borehamwood driving test centre routes in advance helps reduce hesitation and improves lane discipline on test day.

About Borehamwood Driving Test Centre

Borehamwood is a DVSA test centre known for fast transitions between industrial roads and residential areas, often linked by A5135 corridors and multi-exit roundabouts. Early planning and calm observation are essential.

Examiners closely assess mirror checks, lane discipline, roundabout positioning, speed control, and judgement around parked vehicles.

Borehamwood Test Centre Pass Rate: ~50.1% (Latest 2025/26 data)
Address: Unit 1 Stirling Court,, Stirling Way Borehamwood WD6 2BT
Phone: 0300 200 1122 (DVSA)
Toilets: Male and female toilets available on-site
Parking: Limited on-site parking is available for test candidates only
Accessibility: Fully accessible for wheelchair users with ramp access

Borehamwood (often referred to as Watford or Bushey, due to its location near the A41) has a pass rate slightly above the national average. Routes cover fast A-roads (A41), quiet suburban residential areas, and the challenging Bushey Arches roundabout system. Expect varied speed limits and the need for strong observation and planning skills.

Book or Change Your Driving Test

You can book, change, or cancel your driving test at Borehamwood through the official DVSA booking service.

Any changes must be made at least 3 working days before your test date to avoid losing your fee.

What the Driving Test Routes Are Like in Borehamwood

Expect real Hertfordshire / North London border driving:

A-roads with changing speeds and merging traffic
Large roundabouts requiring early lane choice
Industrial estate roads with delivery vehicles
Residential streets with continuous parked cars

Confident positioning and steady decision-making are key throughout the test.

Common Roads on Borehamwood Driving Test Routes

Routes vary, but commonly include:

A5135 — lane discipline, speed awareness, traffic flow
A41 approaches — merging traffic and observation timing
Stirling Way & Elstree industrial areas — HGV awareness
Residential streets in Borehamwood — parked cars, meeting traffic
Town-edge connectors — roundabouts and junction spacing

Hazard Spots on Borehamwood Driving Test Routes

A5135 roundabouts — late lane changes and weak mirror checks
Industrial junctions — hesitation around delivery vehicles
Residential streets — poor judgement when meeting traffic
Speed-limit transitions — inconsistent speed control

Why Learners Often Fail on Borehamwood Driving Test Routes

Most failures are due to planning and lane discipline, not basic control:

Incorrect lane choice at roundabouts
Late mirror–signal routine
Hesitation when joining main roads
Poor positioning around parked vehicles

Local route familiarity significantly reduces these errors.

What’s Included in the Driving Test Routes

Practice routes based on real local test patterns
Coverage of A-roads, roundabouts, industrial roads, and residential streets
Routes designed for repeat practice (skills > memorisation)
One-click Google Maps access — no extra apps

Who These Routes Are For

Learners taking their first test at Borehamwood
Candidates retaking after a fail at Borehamwood
Drivers unfamiliar with A-road + industrial driving
Anyone wanting to reduce test-day anxiety through targeted practice

Start Practising Borehamwood Driving Test Routes

Practising Borehamwood driving test centre routes in advance lets you focus on driving decisions, not navigation, on test day.Practise on real roads, in real conditions, using Google Maps — covering the same test areas you’re likely to drive on.

Borehamwood Driving Test Route Pack

Route Pack Details

✔ Multiple practice routes covering real Borehamwood test-area roads

✔ Residential streets, busy junctions, and roundabouts commonly faced on test day

✔ Independent driving–style routes to practise decision-making

✔ Key test-area challenges to help reduce surprises

✔ One-click access via Google Maps — no apps or downloads

✔ Unlimited practice at your own pace

Driving test route map for Borehamwood featuring the A1 dual carriageway, the Stirling Corner roundabout, and residential roads near Elstree and Shenley.

Example of a real driving test practice route, shown in Google Maps.Full routes are provided after purchase and can be opened directly for navigation.

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What Our Successful Candidates Say

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Liam W.,—Manchester

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Daniel K., — Leeds

“Such a great resource. Lessons are so pricey now, so being able to practice these specific routes in my own time saved me a fortune. The lane markings and roundabouts were spot on.”

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Chloe M. — Bristol

“I was so nervous about the test, but having the routes in advance really calmed my nerves. The maps are super accurate and easy to follow on my phone. Highly recommend to anyone feeling the pre-test jitters!”

Borehamwood Driving Test Checklist

1. The Essentials

Provisional Licence: Must bring the original photocard or the test will be cancelled.
Theory Certificate: Carry your pass letter as a backup.
Eyesight: Wear glasses/contacts if you need them to read a plate from 20m.

2. Test Day Routine

Arrival: Arrive 10-15 mins early. Arriving too early or late may cause issues.
Vehicle Check: Ensure working lights, L-plates, and at least 1.6mm tyre tread.
3. Practical Tips
Clear Observation: Make head movements obvious during blind-spot checks.
Move On: Don't dwell on small mistakes; they may only be minor faults.
Commentary Driving: Speak your actions aloud to stay calm and show awareness.
Navigation: Taking a wrong turn won't result in a fail if you do it safely.

4. Final Review

Show Me, Tell Me: Study the 19 official questions from GOV.UK.

Borehamwood Driving Test – FAQs

Q: Are these real Borehamwood driving test routes?

A: Yes. These routes are built on real roads within the Borehamwood driving test area and are informed by common practice experiences shared by local learners and instructors, helping reflect typical test conditions.

Q: Do I need to download an app to use the routes?

A: No. Simply open the route links inside the PDF — each route opens directly in Google Maps with one click.

No apps, no downloads, no setup required.

Q: What is the best time for a driving test at Borehamwood?

A:The optimal time is Tuesday or Wednesday at 10:14 AM or 1:35 PM.

Q: Are the Borehamwood driving test routes on Google Maps accurate?

A: Yes. Many of the Borehamwood driving test routes available on Google Maps are accurate and reflect commonly used roads and patterns seen in actual tests, though exact route variations can change over time.

Q: How many times should I practise each route?

A: Practising each route 2–3 times is usually sufficient, with the focus on identifying weak points such as complex junctions, roundabouts, and other error-prone sections rather than repeating the route mechanically.