New Zealand Driving Test Pass Rates 2026
Compare NZTA pass rates across 78 test centres. The national average is 55.8%, ranging from 80.0% (AA Westport) to 40.0% (Saturn Place).
Top 10 Easiest Centres
| # | Centre | Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
AA Westport
|
80.0% |
| 2 |
Levin
|
71.0% |
| 3 |
Greymouth
|
69.0% |
| 4 |
Invercargill
|
69.0% |
| 5 |
Cambridge
|
68.0% |
| 6 |
Upper Hutt
|
67.0% |
| 7 |
Gisborne - Childers Road
|
65.0% |
| 8 |
AA Morrinsville
|
65.0% |
| 9 |
Te Kuiti
|
64.0% |
| 10 |
Thames
|
64.0% |
Top 10 Hardest Centres
| # | Centre | Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Saturn Place
|
40.0% |
| 2 |
Christchurch - Lichfield Street
|
42.0% |
| 3 |
Westgate
|
43.0% |
| 4 |
Alexandra
|
45.0% |
| 5 |
Tauranga - Greerton
|
45.0% |
| 6 |
Whangarei
|
46.0% |
| 7 |
AA Wairoa
|
47.0% |
| 8 |
AA Waipukurau
|
47.0% |
| 9 |
Onekawa
|
47.0% |
| 10 |
New Lynn
|
48.0% |
All Centres by Region
| Centre | Pass Rate |
|---|---|
| Sylvia Park | 62.0% |
| Highbrook | 59.0% |
| Takanini | 58.0% |
| Wiri | 56.0% |
| Glen Innes | 56.0% |
| Pukekohe | 53.0% |
| Manukau City | 53.0% |
| Warkworth | 51.0% |
| North Shore | 51.0% |
| North Harbour | 51.0% |
| Kumeu | 51.0% |
| Kingsland | 51.0% |
| Henderson | 51.0% |
| Manukau Driving Centre | 50.0% |
| Silverdale | 49.0% |
| New Lynn | 48.0% |
| Westgate | 43.0% |
| Saturn Place | 40.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average driving test pass rate in New Zealand?
The average driving test pass rate across 78 New Zealand test centres is 55.8%. However, pass rates vary significantly between centres — the highest is 80.0% at AA Westport 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, AA Westport has the highest pass rate at 80.0%. 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: Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency open data (restricted licence practical test, 2025). Rates are regional averages — centres in the same region share the same pass rate as individual centre data is not publicly available. Last updated: 2026.
Pass rates vary by season, examiner, and conditions. Use as a general guide only.