Centre directory
Bristol (Avonmouth) test swaps
Use this guide to plan a learner-to-learner practical driving test swap at Bristol (Avonmouth). It combines the recorded centre location around Avonmouth and City of Bristol, current aggregate Test Swap activity, nearby alternatives and independently sourced road and DVSA data.
Anonymous live availability
Test slots available to swap at Bristol (Avonmouth)
- Anonymous slot: Tue, 1 Dec 2026, Afternoon, Wants earlier or later
Only the test date, broad time band and whether the learner wants an earlier or later test are shown. Exact times, identities, contact details, detailed preferences and booking references remain private.
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 each calls DVSA separately on the same day. Wait for DVSA to confirm the new bookings.
Planning around Bristol (Avonmouth)
The recorded address places this centre in Avonmouth and City of Bristol. 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 Smoke Lane (A403), Saint Andrews Road (A403), Rockingham Roundabout (A403), Chittening Road (A403), Kings Weston Lane, and Merebank Road within roughly one mile of the centre. The mix of larger roads including Smoke Lane (A403), Saint Andrews Road (A403), Rockingham Roundabout (A403), and Chittening Road (A403) with local roads such as Kings Weston Lane and Merebank 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. Named rail stations mapped nearby include St Andrews Road.
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 Bristol (Avonmouth)
Bristol (Avonmouth) recorded a 55.5% pass rate in the published period, 3.8 percentage points above the 51.7% regional figure and 5.4 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
- 55.4%
- Automatic tests
- 51.2%
- Zero-fault first tests
- 167
- Median wait
- 8 weeks
4,840 first attempts in 2025–26
2,807 automatic tests in 2025–26
3.5% of first attempts
Published for July 2026
In July 2026, DVSA recorded 2,628 standard slots still available (33.7%) and 15 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 Bristol (Avonmouth)
Unit M6Cabot ParkMerebank RoadAvonmouthCity of BristolBS11 8AQUse the map to plan your arrival around BS11 and orient yourself using Smoke Lane (A403), Saint Andrews Road (A403), and Rockingham Roundabout (A403). Always check your official DVSA booking confirmation before travelling, because access instructions can change.
FAQs
Are there active swaps at Bristol (Avonmouth)?
There are 1 aggregate active listings for this centre.
Where is Bristol (Avonmouth) test centre?
Bristol (Avonmouth) is recorded at Unit M6, Cabot Park, Merebank Road, Avonmouth, City of Bristol, BS11 8AQ. Check the address and access instructions on your official booking before travelling.
Which roads are near Bristol (Avonmouth)?
Smoke Lane (A403), Saint Andrews Road (A403), Rockingham Roundabout (A403), Chittening Road (A403), Kings Weston Lane, and Merebank 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 Bristol (Avonmouth)?
DVSA recorded 9,400 car tests and a 55.5% pass rate here from April 2025 to March 2026. The published median wait in July 2026 was 8 weeks.
Which alternative centres are closest to Bristol (Avonmouth)?
The official neighbour dataset lists Bristol (Kingswood), Weston-super-Mare, and Chippenham as nearby alternatives. Distances and availability can change, so compare the official booking service before choosing.
Can The DTC complete a test swap for Bristol (Avonmouth)?
No. Each learner must call DVSA separately on the same day: learner 1 requests the swap, then learner 2 calls to complete it. DVSA recommends the second call by 4pm. The DTC cannot change either booking.
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.