We are often asked about the ideal time to book your road test for your driver's licence. We thought we would address that common question in this post.
First, let's start with the basics. You can book your test from the official DriveTest website here. You will need your driver's licence number and expiration date. You will then be presented with the chance to choose your test center and test date.
Location
As we have previously discussed, test centers have variable pass rates. In general, the more rural a center is, the more likely it is people pass their driving test. In fact, many people who fail on multiple tries in urban centers usually try their luck at a more rural center to increase their chances. The reason for discrepancy is likely multifactorial: less traffic, less tricky roads and highways, and a generally more proficient demographic.
When it comes to choosing the center, we firmly believe you should choose the most convenient one for you. Your skills will be assessed fairly regardless. Trying to game the system would not really work and is not recommended.
Timing
Timing can be tricky. If you are booking way in advance, you will have the luxury of choosing whatever you like. If you are late to the booking game, especially in popular times, you may have to contend with what you have. In either way case, here is what we know and recommend.
The most popular times for driving tests are early spring (around March), and late summer (August-September). The reason for this has to do with the demographics of the test takers. For the most part, they are young students. They are usually free during their spring break and summer break. If at all possible, avoid these times. Not only do they tend to be busy, they also tend to have higher failure rates. You should also avoid winters if possible. Roads are trickier, and being a novice, and possibly nervous driver, may make for an unpleasant and dangerous experience.
So, really, location and timing can matter a bit, and we recommend switching them around if you do find you need to repeat the test a couple of times. However, by and large, with enough practice and with great skills, you should have no trouble getting your licence whenever and wherever.
First, let's start with the basics. You can book your test from the official DriveTest website here. You will need your driver's licence number and expiration date. You will then be presented with the chance to choose your test center and test date.
Location
As we have previously discussed, test centers have variable pass rates. In general, the more rural a center is, the more likely it is people pass their driving test. In fact, many people who fail on multiple tries in urban centers usually try their luck at a more rural center to increase their chances. The reason for discrepancy is likely multifactorial: less traffic, less tricky roads and highways, and a generally more proficient demographic.
When it comes to choosing the center, we firmly believe you should choose the most convenient one for you. Your skills will be assessed fairly regardless. Trying to game the system would not really work and is not recommended.
Timing
Timing can be tricky. If you are booking way in advance, you will have the luxury of choosing whatever you like. If you are late to the booking game, especially in popular times, you may have to contend with what you have. In either way case, here is what we know and recommend.
The most popular times for driving tests are early spring (around March), and late summer (August-September). The reason for this has to do with the demographics of the test takers. For the most part, they are young students. They are usually free during their spring break and summer break. If at all possible, avoid these times. Not only do they tend to be busy, they also tend to have higher failure rates. You should also avoid winters if possible. Roads are trickier, and being a novice, and possibly nervous driver, may make for an unpleasant and dangerous experience.
So, really, location and timing can matter a bit, and we recommend switching them around if you do find you need to repeat the test a couple of times. However, by and large, with enough practice and with great skills, you should have no trouble getting your licence whenever and wherever.
