New Zealand Driving Test Pass Rates 2026
Compare NZTA pass rates across 33 test centres. The national average is 53.2%, ranging from 70.0% (Gisborne - Childers Road) to 40.0% (Saturn Place).
Top 10 Easiest Centres
| # | Centre | Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Gisborne - Childers Road
|
70.0% |
| 2 |
Invercargill
|
69.0% |
| 3 |
Upper Hutt
|
67.0% |
| 4 |
Christchurch Northwood
|
64.0% |
| 5 |
Palmerston North - Rangitikei Line
|
61.0% |
| 6 |
Te Awamutu
|
60.0% |
| 7 |
Highbrook
|
59.0% |
| 8 |
Takanini
|
58.0% |
| 9 |
Christchurch - Jipcho Road
|
57.0% |
| 10 |
Queenstown
|
57.0% |
Top 10 Hardest Centres
| # | Centre | Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Saturn Place
|
40.0% |
| 2 |
Christchurch - Lichfield Street
|
42.0% |
| 3 |
Westgate
|
43.0% |
| 4 |
Tauranga - Greerton
|
45.0% |
| 5 |
Whangarei
|
46.0% |
| 6 |
New Lynn
|
48.0% |
| 7 |
Hamilton - Tawn Place
|
48.0% |
| 8 |
Silverdale
|
49.0% |
| 9 |
Hamilton - Frankton
|
49.0% |
| 10 |
Mt Maunganui
|
49.0% |
All Centres by Region
| Centre | Pass Rate |
|---|---|
| Highbrook | 59.0% |
| Takanini | 58.0% |
| Glen Innes | 56.0% |
| Wiri | 56.0% |
| Manukau City | 53.0% |
| Pukekohe | 53.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average driving test pass rate in New Zealand?
The average driving test pass rate across 33 New Zealand test centres is 53.2%. However, pass rates vary significantly between centres — the highest is 70.0% at Gisborne - Childers Road and the lowest is 40.0% at Saturn Place.
Which is the easiest driving test centre in New Zealand?
Based on the latest NZTA data, Gisborne - Childers Road has the highest pass rate at 70.0%. However, choosing a centre you're familiar with often matters more than raw statistics.
How can I improve my chances of passing the driving test?
Practice on real test routes at your chosen centre, familiarise yourself with local road conditions and common test areas, and ensure you're comfortable with all manoeuvres. AUDrive provides mapped test routes for centres across New Zealand.
Data source: NZTA data obtained via Official Information Act requests. Last updated: 2026.
Pass rates vary by season, examiner, and conditions. Use as a general guide only.