Original Published Test Routes
Step-by-step directions for all 18 original DVSA-published routes from Unit 4, The Forum, Hanworth Lane, Chertsey.
Route & Road Guide
Road Type Split
Approximate breakdown based on road names and instructions across all 18 routes.
What to Expect at Chertsey (London)
- With 11.2 roundabouts per route on average, Chertsey (London) is more roundabout-intensive than most UK centres. Route 1 has the highest concentration with 15, including The Knoll.
- At 51%, the pass rate here is 3.1 points above the national average of 47.9% — making Chertsey (London) one of the more candidate-friendly centres in the UK.
- Left turns dominate these routes — 103 vs 70 right. Observation and positioning for left-turn junctions is worth specific practice.
- There is a big spread in route complexity — Route 1 is the longest and most demanding at 32 steps, while Route 12 is the most manageable at 18. Practise both ends of the range.
- Traffic lights appear on most routes — 30 encounters in total. Approach speed and smooth pull-away technique are both assessed.
- Familiarise yourself with The Knoll, Guildford Rd and Bell Bridge Rd before your test — they come up repeatedly across the routes and knowing their junctions and speed limits will save you on the day.
Tricky Spots on the Chertsey (London) Test
Junctions and road sections that appear frequently and catch learners out.
Most Frequent Roads
These roads appear across the most routes — be sure to practise them.
| Road | Routes | Frequency | Typical Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Knoll | 18 / 18 | Roundabout | |
| Guildford Rd | 13 / 18 | Roundabout | |
| Bell Bridge Rd | 12 / 18 | Roundabout | |
| Green Lane | 12 / 18 | Roundabout | |
| Pyrcroft Rd | 12 / 18 | Roundabout | |
| Chertsey Rd | 10 / 18 | Roundabout | |
| Little Green Lane | 8 / 18 | Left turn | |
| Eastworth Rd | 7 / 18 | Roundabout | |
| Bittams Lane | 6 / 18 | Left turn | |
| Bridge Rd / Weir Rd | 6 / 18 | Left turn |
Roundabout Analysis
The routes include 201 roundabouts across 18 routes — these are the most important.
Chertsey (London) Test Centre
Unit 4, The Forum, Hanworth Lane, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 9JX
- Mon 8:00–16:00
- Tue 8:00–16:00
- Wed 8:00–16:00
- Thu 8:00–16:00
- Fri 8:00–16:00
- Sat Closed
- Sun Closed