Centre directory
Birmingham (South Yardley) test swaps
Use this guide to plan a learner-to-learner practical driving test swap at Birmingham (South Yardley). It combines the recorded centre location around South Yardley, 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 Birmingham (South Yardley)
The recorded address places this centre in South Yardley. 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 Coventry Road (A45), New Coventry Road (A45), Warwick Road (A41), Gospel Lane (A41), Stockfield Road (A4040), and Yardley Road (A4040) within roughly one mile of the centre. These larger roads make planning, lane choice and speed awareness useful topics to cover with your instructor.
The surrounding mapped network includes roundabouts and traffic signals. Named rail stations mapped nearby include Acocks Green.
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 Birmingham (South Yardley)
Birmingham (South Yardley) recorded a 42.8% pass rate in the published period, 3.4 percentage points below the 46.2% regional figure and 7.3 points below the 50.1% figure across centres in this directory. Treat this as historic context rather than a forecast of an individual result.
- First attempts
- 40.5%
- Automatic tests
- 37.8%
- Zero-fault first tests
- 97
- Median wait
- 10 weeks
6,393 first attempts in 2025–26
4,359 automatic tests in 2025–26
1.5% of first attempts
Published for July 2026
In July 2026, DVSA recorded 169 standard slots still available (3.5%) and 24 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 Birmingham (South Yardley)
Clay LaneSouth YardleyB26 1EAUse the map to plan your arrival around B26 and orient yourself using Coventry Road (A45), New Coventry Road (A45), and Warwick Road (A41). Always check your official DVSA booking confirmation before travelling, because access instructions can change.
FAQs
Are there active swaps at Birmingham (South Yardley)?
There are 2 aggregate active listings for this centre.
Where is Birmingham (South Yardley) test centre?
Birmingham (South Yardley) is recorded at Clay Lane, South Yardley, B26 1EA. Check the address and access instructions on your official booking before travelling.
Which roads are near Birmingham (South Yardley)?
Coventry Road (A45), New Coventry Road (A45), Warwick Road (A41), Gospel Lane (A41), Stockfield Road (A4040), and Yardley Road (A4040) are mapped within roughly one mile. They are local orientation and practice context, not published DVSA test routes.
What are the published statistics for Birmingham (South Yardley)?
DVSA recorded 14,471 car tests and a 42.8% pass rate here from April 2025 to March 2026. The published median wait in July 2026 was 10 weeks.
Which alternative centres are closest to Birmingham (South Yardley)?
The official neighbour dataset lists Birmingham (Garretts Green), Birmingham (Shirley), and Birmingham (Cocks Moors) as nearby alternatives. Distances and availability can change, so compare the official booking service before choosing.
Can The DTC complete a test swap for Birmingham (South Yardley)?
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.