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

The Tottenham Driving Test Centre serves learners across Tottenham, including Tottenham Hale, Seven Sisters, Bruce Grove, and surrounding North London areas.

Driving test routes here are fast-changing and decision-heavy, combining major A-roads, bus lanes, large junctions, industrial estate exits, and residential streets with constant parking pressure.

Practising real Tottenham driving test centre routes in advance is essential to manage lane discipline, observation timing, and confidence in dense traffic.

About Tottenham Driving Test Centre

Tottenham is known for busy urban routes with short decision windows, especially around A10 corridors and Tottenham Hale junctions. Routes often require early lane commitment, strict bus-lane awareness, and calm observation.

Examiners focus on mirror checks, lane discipline, speed control, junction positioning, and anticipation around buses and pedestrians.

Tottenham Test Centre Pass Rate: ~38.8% (Latest 2025/26 data)
Address: The Selby Centre, Selby Rd, London N17 8JL
Phone: 0300 200 1122 (DVSA)
Toilets: Male, female, and disabled toilets available
Parking: Limited on-site parking is available for test candidates only
Accessibility: Fully accessible for wheelchair users

Tottenham is a challenging London centre with a low pass rate. Routes feature busy A-roads (A10/A406), complex one-way systems, and heavy traffic. Expect high pedestrian/cyclist volume and demand for excellent hazard perception and lane discipline.

Book or Change Your Driving Test

You can book, change, or cancel your driving test at Tottenham 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 Tottenham

Expect real North London urban driving:

Major A-roads with bus lanes and changing speeds
Large, signal-controlled junctions
Industrial estate roads with delivery traffic
Residential streets with continuous parked cars

Early planning and confident positioning are critical throughout the test.

Common Roads on Tottenham Driving Test Routes

Routes vary, but commonly include:

A10 / Tottenham High Road — lane discipline, bus-lane rules
Tottenham Hale approaches — junction spacing, observation timing
Selby Road & industrial areas — delivery traffic awareness
Seven Sisters & Bruce Grove streets — parked cars, meeting traffic
Town-edge connectors — traffic lights and lane commitment

Hazard Spots on Tottenham Driving Test Routes

A10 bus lanes — incorrect lane use is a common serious fault
Large signal-controlled junctions — hesitation or late decisions
Industrial junctions — weak anticipation of delivery vehicles
Residential streets — poor judgement when meeting oncoming traffic

Why Learners Often Fail on Tottenham Driving Test Routes

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

Incorrect lane choice on A-roads
Late mirror–signal routine
Hesitation at busy junctions
Poor anticipation around buses and pedestrians

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 Tottenham
Candidates retaking after a fail at Tottenham
Drivers unfamiliar with North London bus-lane driving
Anyone wanting to reduce test-day anxiety through targeted practice

Start Practising Tottenham Driving Test Routes

Practising Tottenham 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.

Tottenham Driving Test Route Pack

Route Pack Details

✔ Multiple practice routes covering real Tottenham 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 Tottenham (London) featuring the A10 Great Cambridge Road, Lordship Lane bus lanes, and the Roundway junction.

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.

Get Tottenham Driving Test Routes

Price: £8.99 (one-time purchase)

What Our Successful Candidates Say

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Liam W.,—Manchester

“Absolutely buzzin'! Passed my driving test first time today. Using these routes to practice with my dad made a massive difference. I knew exactly what to expect at the tricky junctions. Worth every penny!”

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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!”

Tottenham 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.

Tottenham Driving Test – FAQs

Q: Are these real Tottenham driving test routes?

A: Yes. These routes are built on real roads within the Tottenham 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 Tottenham?

A:Tuesday or Wednesday at 10:14 AM or 1:35 PM are the best times to avoid extreme congestion on the A10 and Lordship Lane. These off-peak slots reduce the stress of navigating constant bus lanes and high pedestrian activity near Seven Sisters.

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

A: Yes. Many of the Tottenham 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.