Many learner drivers carry out their driving test at Norris Green test centre. In fact, this is one of the most popular test centre’s that we use at Ashley Neal.
If you want to learn a bit more about it before your test, we’ve compiled everything you need to know, including address and contact info, pass rates, and test routes.
Why Norris Green test centre?
Located in Norris Green in Liverpool, this test centre is the place where thousands of learner drivers pass their test every year.
Its central location makes it easy for both learners and instructors to reach. The good thing about this test centre is that it has a lot of friendly examiners, and it provides a real-world experience of what you’ll face on the road once you’ve passed the test.
If you know that you’re taking your driving test at Norris Green, it’s a good idea to get a feel for the area or go on a few practice lessons around there. While it can get busy at peak times, the routes typically balance that out by taking you through residential areas as well as larger roads.
Norris Green test centre address and contact info
If you’re making your way to the test centre alone on the day, we’ve included the address and contact details below so you can find it with ease.
Address
Falklands Approach,
Parthenon Drive,
Norris Green,
Liverpool,
L11 5BR
Phone number
0300 200 1122
(This number is for DVSA driving test booking support; there is no direct number for Norris Green test centre.)
Parking and accessibility
On-site parking is available, with a dedicated spot for customers.
If the car park is full, you’ll also have the option to park on the road. For disabled customers or family members, the car park has a disabled parking spot, and the building is wheelchair accessible.
Toilets
Male, female, and disabled toilets are available at this test centre.
Pass rates and difficulty
Norris Green’s pass rate has been reported in the high-30% to low-40% range in recent years.
While this falls on the lower side, it’s higher than the Speke pass rate. However, this doesn’t mean that you have more or less of a chance at passing. Whether you pass depends entirely on your driving ability and how well your driving instructor has been able to coach you.
If you’re nervous about being able to pass, it’s best to get in as many lessons as you think you need before taking the test. You can find out more about the pass rate in recent years here.
Norris Green test centre route
Since the surrounding area has a wide variety of roads, your test will usually include a mix of residential streets, nearby larger A-roads, routes connecting to the A580, and busy junctions and roundabouts.
While the route is designed to be challenging to test everything you’ve learnt, enough practice and confidence will help you through it. There is no set route that you can practice, since the DVSA no longer publishes them.
However, if you go through different types of roads, junctions, and roundabouts with your driving instructor, including small side roads, you will be prepared for anything on the day. At Ashley Neal, we have a range of friendly driving instructors who will help you prepare for your test and cover everything you need to know.
Just book here to get started.
How to get there
The Norris Green test centre is well placed for drivers in North Liverpool and is particularly straightforward to reach if you’re coming in via main routes like the A580 (East Lancs Road).
It’s located next to Norris Green Day Care Centre and Norris Green Baptist Church on Falklands Approach, off Parthenon Drive (L11 5BR). If you’re travelling in from the M57 direction, the centre is only a few minutes from M57 Junction 4.
Once you’re nearby, you’ll see signs guiding you toward the test centre. If you’re arriving by bus, Parthenon Drive and Lorenzo Drive are the closest stops (both a short walk away from the centre).
A number of services run through the wider Norris Green, such as the 14 / 14A / 14B / 14X which take you to Parthenon Drive/Utting Avenue East.
Tests offered at Norris Green test centre
- Car
- ADI part 2
- ADI part 3
Norris Green test centre offers exams for both beginner drivers and people qualifying to become driving instructors.
Please be aware that each exam is limited to 3 attempts.
What to expect on the day
Taking a driving test can be nerve-wracking, but it’s natural to feel that way, especially if it’s your first time. You should aim to arrive at the test centre around 15 minutes before your test, so you can get into the zone and sort out where you need to be.
Remember to bring your provisional driver’s licence with you so you can take the test. Many people turn up with their driving instructor. If that’s the case, they’ll handle the parking while you prepare for the exam.
Once you begin the test, the examiner will:
- Look at your paperwork and ID
- Ask you to read the number plate on a car that is 20 metres away to check your eyesight
- Ask you to answer a ‘tell me’ vehicle safety question
- Guide you for 20-30 minutes as you drive around various roads and junctions in the area. You’ll be expected to perform either parallel parking, bay parking, or pulling up on the right.
- Ask you to do 20 minutes of independent driving using a sat nav and road signs for guidance.
The test route will lead you back to the Norris Green test centre, where the examiner will walk you through any faults you made and provide you with a feedback sheet. After this, you’ll be told whether you passed or failed.
A few minor faults won’t result in a fail; just try to stay calm and alert and remember what you learnt during your lessons.