Centre directory
Bristol (Kingswood) test swaps
Use this guide to plan a learner-to-learner practical driving test swap at Bristol (Kingswood). It combines the recorded centre location around Bristol and Gloucestershire, 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 each calls DVSA separately on the same day. Wait for DVSA to confirm the new bookings.
Planning around Bristol (Kingswood)
The recorded address places this centre in Bristol and Gloucestershire. 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 Siston Hill Roundabout (A4174), Station Road (A4175), Station Road Link (A4175), Teewell Hill (A4175), Hill Street (A420), and Mangotsfield Road (B4465) 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.
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 (Kingswood)
Bristol (Kingswood) recorded a 51.9% pass rate in the published period, 0.2 percentage points above the 51.7% regional figure and 1.8 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
- 53.4%
- Automatic tests
- 43.8%
- Zero-fault first tests
- 297
- Median wait
- 5.3 weeks
7,629 first attempts in 2025–26
3,099 automatic tests in 2025–26
3.9% of first attempts
Published for July 2026
In July 2026, DVSA recorded 860 standard slots still available (18.0%) and 18.3 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 Bristol (Kingswood)
The Siston CentreStation RoadKingswoodBristolGloucestershireBS15 4GQUse the map to plan your arrival around BS15 and orient yourself using Siston Hill Roundabout (A4174), Station Road (A4175), and Station Road Link (A4175). Always check your official DVSA booking confirmation before travelling, because access instructions can change.
FAQs
Are there active swaps at Bristol (Kingswood)?
No active swaps here yet. Add your test and The DTC will let you know when a compatible learner appears.
Where is Bristol (Kingswood) test centre?
Bristol (Kingswood) is recorded at The Siston Centre, Station Road, Kingswood, Bristol, Gloucestershire, BS15 4GQ. Check the address and access instructions on your official booking before travelling.
Which roads are near Bristol (Kingswood)?
Siston Hill Roundabout (A4174), Station Road (A4175), Station Road Link (A4175), Teewell Hill (A4175), Hill Street (A420), and Mangotsfield Road (B4465) 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 (Kingswood)?
DVSA recorded 14,863 car tests and a 51.9% pass rate here from April 2025 to March 2026. The published median wait in July 2026 was 5.3 weeks.
Which alternative centres are closest to Bristol (Kingswood)?
The official neighbour dataset lists Bristol (Avonmouth), Chippenham, and Trowbridge 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 (Kingswood)?
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.