Centre directory
Nottingham (Colwick) test swaps
Use this guide to plan a learner-to-learner practical driving test swap at Nottingham (Colwick). It combines the recorded centre location around Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, current aggregate Test Swap activity, nearby alternatives and independently sourced road and DVSA data.
Anonymous live availability
Test slots available to swap at Nottingham (Colwick)
- Anonymous slot: Mon, 9 Nov 2026, Afternoon, Wants earlier
- Anonymous slot: Mon, 7 Dec 2026, Morning, Wants earlier
- Anonymous slot: Wed, 6 Jan 2027, Morning, Wants earlier
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 complete the official DVSA phone process.
Planning around Nottingham (Colwick)
The recorded address places this centre in an industrial-estate setting around Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. 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 Colwick Loop Road (A612), Colwick Loop Road (A6211), Trent Valley Road (A612), Colwick Loop Road (B686), Private Road No. 3, and Victoria Park Way within roughly one mile of the centre. The mix of larger roads including Colwick Loop Road (A612), Colwick Loop Road (A6211), Trent Valley Road (A612), and Colwick Loop Road (B686) with local roads such as Private Road No. 3 and Victoria Park Way 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 Netherfield and Carlton.
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 Nottingham (Colwick)
Nottingham (Colwick) recorded a 46.4% pass rate in the published period, 4.1 percentage points below the 50.5% regional figure and 3.7 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
- 47.6%
- Automatic tests
- 42.4%
- Zero-fault first tests
- 141
- Median wait
- 8.3 weeks
7,214 first attempts in 2025–26
5,371 automatic tests in 2025–26
2.0% of first attempts
Published for July 2026
In July 2026, DVSA recorded 292 standard slots still available (5.3%) 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 Nottingham (Colwick)
Private Road No 5Colwick Industrial EstateNottinghamNottinghamshireNG4 2JUUse the map to plan your arrival around NG4 and orient yourself using Colwick Loop Road (A612), Colwick Loop Road (A6211), and Trent Valley Road (A612). Always check your official DVSA booking confirmation before travelling, because access instructions can change.
FAQs
Are there active swaps at Nottingham (Colwick)?
There are 4 aggregate active listings for this centre.
Where is Nottingham (Colwick) test centre?
Nottingham (Colwick) is recorded at Private Road No 5, Colwick Industrial Estate, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG4 2JU. Check the address and access instructions on your official booking before travelling.
Which roads are near Nottingham (Colwick)?
Colwick Loop Road (A612), Colwick Loop Road (A6211), Trent Valley Road (A612), Colwick Loop Road (B686), Private Road No. 3, and Victoria Park Way are mapped within roughly one mile. They are local orientation and practice context, not published DVSA test routes.
What are the published statistics for Nottingham (Colwick)?
DVSA recorded 15,150 car tests and a 46.4% pass rate here from April 2025 to March 2026. The published median wait in July 2026 was 8.3 weeks.
Which alternative centres are closest to Nottingham (Colwick)?
The official neighbour dataset lists Nottingham (Chilwell), Loughborough, and Ashfield as nearby alternatives. Distances and availability can change, so compare the official booking service before choosing.
Can The DTC complete a test swap for Nottingham (Colwick)?
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.