Killester Driving Test Centre
Killester has a pass rate of 47.7%, below the national average of 55.5%, with an estimated wait of about 14 weeks. Use these official CSO indicators alongside 7 route patterns from My Driving Test to prepare for the roads, turns and observation pressure you are most likely to face here.
Route Profile
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Routes in This Centre
Route 1
High37 turns, 0 roundabouts, 31 sharp turns.
Route 2
High47 turns, 1 roundabouts, 40 sharp turns.
Route 3
High43 turns, 1 roundabouts, 34 sharp turns.
Route 4
High52 turns, 1 roundabouts, 39 sharp turns.
Route 5
High54 turns, 1 roundabouts, 44 sharp turns.
Route 6
High52 turns, 2 roundabouts, 44 sharp turns.
Route 7
High52 turns, 2 roundabouts, 44 sharp turns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pass rate at Killester driving test centre?
Killester has a pass rate of 47.7%, which is below the national average of 55.5%. Pass rates reflect the mix of candidates and local route difficulty, so treat them as a guide rather than a guarantee.
How long is the driving test waiting time at Killester?
The estimated waiting time at Killester is around 14 weeks (national average is about 12.1 weeks). Waiting times change with demand, so check current RSA availability before booking.
Is Killester a hard test centre?
Killester routes average 1.1 roundabouts and 48.1 turns on mostly residential roads. No centre is "easy" — focus on sharp turns, residential streets, 1 roundabout to drive calmly on test day.
What should I practise before my test at Killester?
Prioritise sharp turns, residential streets, 1 roundabout. Drive the local route types more than once, changing your goal each time: first navigation, then observation, then calm test pacing.
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