Centre directory
Aberdeen South (Cove) test swaps
Use this guide to plan a learner-to-learner practical driving test swap at Aberdeen South (Cove). It combines the recorded centre location around Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, current aggregate Test Swap activity, nearby alternatives and independently sourced road and DVSA data.
DVSA pass rate
tests in source period
recorded local area
Source: DVSA practical car test statistics by test centre, April 2025 to March 2026, updated June 2026. Pass rates are public historic statistics, not a prediction or guarantee.
How the swap works here
- 1. List your existing booking and desired dates.
- 2. The DTC checks whether another learner wants your exact slot and you want theirs.
- 3. Both learners accept, then complete the official DVSA phone process.
Planning around Aberdeen South (Cove)
The recorded address places this centre in a business or enterprise setting around Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. Before accepting a swap, check that your instructor can cover the new date and that the journey works for the vehicle you will use.
OpenStreetMap records Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (A956), Stonehaven Road (A92), Wellington Road (A956), Wellington Road, Cove Road, and Charleston Road within roughly one mile of the centre. The mix of larger roads including Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (A956), Stonehaven Road (A92), and Wellington Road (A956) with local roads such as Wellington Road, Cove Road, and Charleston Road makes it sensible to practise changing speed, lane position and observation between different road types.
The surrounding mapped network includes roundabouts and traffic signals.
Road and transport context was checked against OpenStreetMap contributors on 2026-09-04. It describes the surrounding mapped area, not an official or guaranteed test route.
What the published data says about Aberdeen South (Cove)
Aberdeen South (Cove) recorded a 52.4% pass rate in the published period, 3.1 percentage points above the 49.3% regional figure and 2.3 points above the 50.1% figure across centres in this directory. Treat this as historic context rather than a forecast of an individual result.
- First attempts
- 51.4%
- Automatic tests
- 42.3%
- Zero-fault first tests
- 148
- Median wait
- 6.3 weeks
2,472 first attempts in 2025–26
1,545 automatic tests in 2025–26
6.0% of first attempts
Published for July 2026
In July 2026, DVSA recorded 644 standard slots still available (29.6%) and 17.3 weeks to 10% or greater weekly availability. This is a historic monthly snapshot, not a live booking feed; cancellations and added capacity may appear sooner.
Where to find Aberdeen South (Cove)
Moss RoadGateway Business ParkNiggAberdeenAberdeenshireAB12 3GQUse the map to plan your arrival around AB12 and orient yourself using Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (A956), Stonehaven Road (A92), and Wellington Road (A956). Always check your official DVSA booking confirmation before travelling, because access instructions can change.
FAQs
Are there active swaps at Aberdeen South (Cove)?
No active swaps here yet. Add your test and The DTC will let you know when a compatible learner appears.
Where is Aberdeen South (Cove) test centre?
Aberdeen South (Cove) is recorded at Moss Road, Gateway Business Park, Nigg, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, AB12 3GQ. Check the address and access instructions on your official booking before travelling.
Which roads are near Aberdeen South (Cove)?
Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (A956), Stonehaven Road (A92), Wellington Road (A956), Wellington Road, Cove Road, and Charleston Road are mapped within roughly one mile. They are local orientation and practice context, not published DVSA test routes.
What are the published statistics for Aberdeen South (Cove)?
DVSA recorded 4,858 car tests and a 52.4% pass rate here from April 2025 to March 2026. The published median wait in July 2026 was 6.3 weeks.
Which alternative centres are closest to Aberdeen South (Cove)?
The official neighbour dataset lists Aberdeen North, Inverurie, and Montrose as nearby alternatives. Distances and availability can change, so compare the official booking service before choosing.
Can The DTC complete a test swap for Aberdeen South (Cove)?
No. The DTC helps compatible learners find one another, but both learners must complete the official process with DVSA.
Will my learner details appear publicly?
No. Public pages may show the test centre, calendar date, a broad morning, afternoon or evening availability band and whether the learner wants an earlier or later test. Exact times, identities, contact details, detailed preferences and booking references stay private.