Merthyr Tydfil Driving Test Routes
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Practise at different times of day and on different days of the week (including weekends) to experience as many different road conditions and traffic flows as possible. Knowing what to expect when you go in for your driving test will make it seem less daunting on the day.
Merthyr Tydfil Practical Driving Test Centre
Address: Merthyr Industrial Park, Pentrebach, Merthyr Tydfil, Mid Glamorgan, CF48 4DR
Parking: No parking available at this centre
Toilets: Male and female toilets are available
Disabled Access:
Other Notes:
Test Waiting Times: Check the book your driving test service for availability
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How to Book a Driving Test at Mill Hill (London) Driving Test Centre:
Visit the DVSA Website:
Go to www.gov.uk/book-driving-test.Sign In or Create an Account:
Log in or create an account using your provisional driving licence.Enter Your Details:
Provide your contact info and availability.Select Mill Hill Test Centre:
Choose Mill Hill (London) Driving Test Centre.Pick a Date and Time:
Select your preferred test date and time.Make Payment:
Pay online with a credit or debit card.Confirm Your Booking:
Review and confirm your booking.
Contact Information:
Mill Hill Driving Test Centre
Phone: 0300 200 1122 (DVSA contact)
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Key Roads
A470 – main route through the town; watch speed changes and traffic lights.
A4054 – tricky bends near Penydarren; keep control on narrow sections.
Gurnos Road & Twynyrodyn Road – often used in manoeuvres and observation checks.
Roundabouts
Cefn Coed Roundabout – approach with correct lane and signal.
Pant Roundabout – can be busy; maintain safe gaps and anticipate exits.
Pentrebach Mini-Roundabout – keep slow and controlled for observation.
Landmarks
Merthyr Tydfil Bus Station – for positioning and awareness exercises.
Town Clock – useful reference for turning and junction practice.
Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre – watch for pedestrians and cyclists nearby.
Tips to Pass
Always check mirrors and blind spots before manoeuvres.
Signal clearly and early at roundabouts and junctions.
Be confident but drive at a safe, controlled speed, especially on bends and hills.
Practice hill starts, as Merthyr is hilly in parts.
Keep calm, follow the examiner’s instructions carefully, and anticipate other road users.
Merthyr Tydfil Driving Test Centre Pass Rates
Merthyr Tydfil car practical driving test pass rates by first driving attempt including zero faults recorded annual summary:
| Time Period Captured | Total Tests | |||
| 1st attempts | 1st attempt passes | pass % | 1st test with zero faults | |
| 2023/24 | – | 840 | 48.5 | 20 |
| 2017/18 | 2325 | 1206 | 51.9 | 21 |
| 2016/17 | 2329 | 1275 | 54.7 | 31 |
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Practical driving test key links
- to book your driving test, click here
- to change your driving test, click here
- to cancel your driving test, click here
- to give yourself the best chance of passing your driving test, click here
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FAQ's
Yes – knowing local roads helps you stay calm and confident. While the exact route isn’t shared, practising typical roundabouts or tricky junctions nearby gives you a clear advantage.
Yes – examiners adjust routes due to roadworks, traffic, or to mix things up. These changes aren’t announced, so staying current is key.
Instructors spot new road signs, layouts, or diversions early. Their knowledge helps you train on current conditions, not outdated ones. Combine their advice with RouteBuddy for the most realistic practice.
2–3 times a week is ideal, especially leading up to your test. Practise at different times of day to handle varied traffic and lighting conditions.
DVSA doesn’t publish test routes. But you can follow GOV.UK for general updates. For realistic route practice, RouteBuddy is the go-to tool learners and instructors trust.