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Bredbury Driving Test Centre is a DVSA practical driving test centre in Stockport, Greater Manchester, located on Lingard Lane, Bredbury. It’s a popular centre for learners from South Manchester and Stockport, offering practical car tests on a mix of urban and suburban roads. Tests typically include busy junctions, roundabouts, residential streets, and independent driving routes, giving learners real‑world experience. The centre has on-site parking and basic facilities, and learners often find practicing on nearby main roads and around local roundabouts helpful for boosting confidence and improving pass rates.
Lingard Lane Bredbury Stockport Greater Manchester SK6 2QT
A car park is available at this centre
Male and female toilets are available
53-54%
Car Motorcycle module 1, Motorcycle module 2, Lorries, large vehicles and buses, ADI part 3
0161 4066148
Once you’ve completed your Bredbury driving lessons, it’s time to take the practical driving test. Feeling nervous is completely normal, but knowing the structure of the test helps you stay calm and focused.
Make sure you arrive at the Bredbury Driving Test Centre at least 10 minutes early and bring your valid provisional driving licence. The practical driving test lasts around 40 minutes and includes the following:
You’ll be asked to read a vehicle number plate from a distance of 20 metres to confirm your eyesight meets legal driving standards.
You’ll be asked two vehicle safety questions — one before the drive (“tell me”) and one during the drive (“show me”). These cover basic vehicle checks and are easy to prepare for with the right guidance.
Includes various road types, junctions, roundabouts, and traffic systems.
One of the following: Parallel park, Bay park (forwards or reverse), Pull-up on the right and reverse.
The entire driving test is independent driving. You’ll be expected to drive safely and confidently while following instructions either: Using a sat nav, Or, By following road signs to a destination
You may also be asked to carry out an emergency stop if conditions are safe.
If you pass, you’ll receive a driving test pass certificate and can apply for your full UK driving licence straight away.
If you don’t pass, don’t be discouraged. You’ll receive a detailed feedback sheet explaining where improvements are needed. At Express Pass Driving School, we use this feedback to fine-tune your lessons and get you test-ready for your next attempt.
Passing first time is achievable with preparation, and each test is a valuable experience. Your Express Pass driving instructor will:
When you’re ready, we’ll help you rebook your test and make sure you’re even better prepared next time.
At Express Pass Driving School Manchester, we specialise in helping learners pass efficiently through:
Whether you need a quick refresher or a full intensive course, we tailor your lessons to match your experience and confidence level.
Bredbury Driving Test Centre
Yes. The practical driving test now consists entirely of independent driving, using either a sat nav or road signs.
The test lasts around 40 minutes, excluding the eyesight check and safety questions.
You may be asked to perform parallel parking, bay parking, or pull up on the right and reverse.
You’ll receive examiner feedback, and your Express Pass instructor will help you focus on those areas before rebooking.
Yes. We provide fast-track lessons and practical test bookings to help reduce waiting times.
Express Pass Driving School is a leading driving school in Manchester, your one-stop destination for intensive driving courses in Manchester.
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