Melton VicRoads Driving Test Routes Book Test

You can book your Victorian drive test online through the VicRoads website (vicroads.vic.gov.au), by phone on 13 11 71, or in person at a VicRoads Customer Service Centre. You must have passed both the Learner Permit Knowledge Test and Hazard Perception Test (HPT) before booking.

Melton is located in Melbourne's rapidly growing north-west, about 35 km from the CBD. Test routes start and end near Bakery Square on High Street, covering a mix of established town centre streets and newer residential development areas. The area features wide roads in new estates, multi-lane roundabouts, one-way streets near the town centre, and U-turn manoeuvres. Traffic is generally lighter than inner-city centres, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

To take the VicRoads drive test, you must: be at least 18 years old, have held your learner permit for at least 12 months, completed 120 hours of supervised driving (including 10 hours at night) if under 25, and passed the Hazard Perception Test (HPT). You also need a roadworthy registered vehicle.

A well-known Melton route starts at Bakery Square and travels through Smith Street, High Street, Yuille Street, Centenary Avenue, Federation Drive, Melton Valley Drive, Reserve Road, Glenville Drive, Williams Street, Nixon Street, McKenzie Street, Station Road, Henry Street, and Coburns Road. The route includes a U-turn at Coburns Road before returning via High Street and Station Road back to Bakery Square.

The VicRoads drive test costs $51.80 plus a $21.50 appointment fee, totalling $73.30. Under the Motorist Package, the first online Learner Permit Knowledge Test and Hazard Perception Test are free. If you fail, you pay the full drive test fee again but the appointment fee is waived if you rebook.

Common fail reasons at Melton include: 1) Incorrect lane positioning before multi-lane roundabouts, especially when doing a U-turn from the right lane, 2) Missing one-way street and no-entry signs near Bakery Square, 3) Inadequate head checks when changing lanes or turning, 4) Poor speed management when transitioning between main roads and residential streets, 5) Mounting the kerb during U-turns at Coburns Road.

Victoria has the highest driving test pass rate in Australia at 75%, well above the national average of 62%. Even the lowest-performing centre in Victoria (Dandenong at 67%) still exceeds the national average. 9 out of the top 10 pass rate centres in Australia are in Victoria. (Data: EzLicence 2024-2025)

The VicRoads drive test takes approximately 30 minutes. It starts with pre-drive checks (seatbelts, mirrors, indicators, wipers, lights), then covers suburban driving and may include higher-speed roads. You will do either a three-point turn OR reverse parallel parking (examiner chooses). The test has two stages covering different road environments.

Melton Customer Service Centre has a 3.8-star Google rating from 221 reviews — above average for VicRoads centres. Multiple reviewers describe staff as friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. Some examiners are praised for being helpful and accommodating with nervous candidates. However, experiences can vary between staff members. Arriving calm, being polite, and demonstrating confidence in your driving will help create a positive test experience regardless of which examiner you get.

Instant fail items include: running a red light, speeding, not stopping at stop signs, failing to give way, causing danger to other road users, any collision, not checking blind spots when changing lanes, and any action requiring examiner intervention. Forgetting to cancel your indicator after a lane change can also result in a fail.

Bring: your current learner permit, proof of identity, a roadworthy vehicle with current registration and insurance, and your supervising driver (who must hold a full licence for 2+ years). Arrive at least 15 minutes early. The vehicle must have L plates displayed and no warning lights on the dashboard.

Melton test routes feature multi-lane roundabouts where U-turns from the right lane are a key test element. Approach in the correct lane well before the roundabout. Signal right when entering for a U-turn, stay in the right lane throughout, and signal left before your exit. Give way to traffic already in the roundabout. Keep your speed low and smooth, and avoid cutting across lanes or mounting the central island.

Yes. Drivers from recognised countries (UK, USA, Canada, NZ, EU, Japan, Singapore and others on the Austroads list) can convert directly without tests. Drivers from non-recognised countries including China must pass the Knowledge Test, Hazard Perception Test, and Drive Test. A NAATI certified translation is required for non-English licences.

The area around Bakery Square in Melton's town centre has several one-way streets and no-entry zones. Since test routes typically start and end near Bakery Square, you must pay close attention to directional signage. Look for one-way arrows and no-entry signs before turning. A wrong turn into a no-entry zone is an immediate fail. Practise the Bakery Square area thoroughly before your test day.

If you fail, you will receive feedback on what to improve. You can rebook immediately but must pay the drive test fee again ($51.80). There is no limit on attempts. Given Victoria's high 75% pass rate, most candidates pass within 1-2 attempts with adequate preparation.

The most common fail reasons are: not making head checks obvious enough (examiners need to see you turn your head), forgetting to cancel indicators after lane changes, poor mirror checking frequency, failing to give way at roundabouts, speeding in school zones (40km/h), and incorrect hook turn procedure in Melbourne CBD.

Melton is considered a reasonable choice for the driving test. The roads are generally wide with good lane markings, especially in newer development areas. Traffic is lighter than inner-city locations like Carlton or Bundoora. However, the multi-lane roundabouts and one-way streets near the town centre require careful preparation. The test centre is conveniently located on High Street with adequate parking nearby.

A hook turn is a right turn made from the left lane, unique to Melbourne CBD where tram tracks occupy the centre of the road. You pull into the left lane, wait for the cross-street light to turn green, then complete your right turn. Hook turns are unlikely in the drive test unless your test centre is in the CBD area (e.g., Carlton).

If under 25, you must complete 120 hours of supervised driving (including 10 night hours) recorded in your logbook. This is one of the highest requirements in Australia. If 25 or older, there is no mandatory hour requirement, but VicRoads recommends extensive practice. Most successful candidates have at least 5-10 hours of professional lessons.

Early morning on weekdays is ideal, as residential streets have minimal traffic and High Street is less busy. Avoid school zone times around 8:00-9:00 AM and 3:00-3:30 PM when traffic increases near local schools. Mid-week days (Tuesday to Thursday) tend to be quieter. The centre operates 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM weekdays only and is closed on weekends and public holidays.

Based on EzLicence data (2024-2025), Melbourne test centres with the highest pass rates are: Frankston (~80%, the highest in all of Australia), Geelong (77%), Werribee (~75%), Melton (~74%), and Bundoora (~73%). All Victorian centres exceed the national average of 62%.

Melton routes transition between different speed zones: 50 km/h in residential streets, 60 km/h on some main roads, and potentially higher limits on outer roads. Begin adjusting your speed before reaching the new zone sign, not after. In school zones, the limit drops to 40 km/h during designated hours. Watch for temporary speed signs in new development areas where road construction may be ongoing.

While all Victorian centres have pass rates above the national average, the more challenging ones include: Dandenong (67%), Heatherton (64%), and Broadmeadows (69%). Carlton is perceived as difficult by Chinese learners due to tram tracks and CBD traffic, though its pass rate is around 70%.

Victoria uses a Graduated Licensing System: Learner Permit (age 16+), P1 Red Probationary (age 18+, after 12 months on L), P2 Green Probationary (after 1 year on P1), and Full Licence (after 3 years on P2 or age 22). P1 drivers have a zero BAC limit and passenger restrictions at night.

Key tips: 1) Practise the Bakery Square area to master one-way streets and the exit procedure, 2) Rehearse multi-lane roundabout U-turns until they feel natural, 3) Exaggerate your head checks so the examiner clearly sees you looking, 4) Drive the route streets during different times to understand traffic patterns, 5) Arrive 15 minutes early to settle your nerves and familiarise yourself with the car park exit onto High Street.

While not mandatory, professional lessons are highly recommended. Most first-time passers have 5-10+ hours with a qualified instructor. Victorian instructors know the specific test routes and criteria. Each hour with an instructor counts as 3 hours in your logbook (up to 10 instructor hours = 30 logbook hours).

You need: your original overseas licence, NAATI certified translation (if not in English), passport and visa, proof of Victorian address (utility bill or bank statement), completed application form, and payment. Permanent residents must convert within 6 months. Temporary visa holders can drive on their overseas licence with an English translation.