Northland Driving Test Routes

Practise smart with the real test-day routes.

Getting ready to take your Restricted or Full driving test in Northland? Whether in Whangārei, Dargaville, Kaitaia or Kerikeri, our directory lists all test centres - along with the actual driving routes.

You’ll also find useful stats, official links, and tools to help you feel confident.

Dargaville Driving Test Routes

AA Dargaville, BP, 123 Victoria Street, Dargaville

Kaikohe Driving Test Routes

AA Kaikohe, Betta Electrical, 133 Broadway, Kaikohe

Kaikohe Driving Test Routes

Kaikohe - Practical testing only, 7 Memorial Avenue, Kaikohe

Kaitaia Driving Test Routes

AA Kaitaia, Far North REAP, 33 Puckey Avenue, Kaitaia

Kerikeri Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Kerikeri - Practical testing only, 35 Mill Lane, Kerikeri

Whangārei Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Whangārei, 119 Port Road, Whangārei

The Test Routes

From the quiet residential streets in Kaitaia to the busier roads of Whangārei, no matter where you're booked, knowing the test route gives you a clear advantage.

You’ll get to practise on the same streets, roundabouts, and intersections used in the actual test.

How The Routes Are Made

  • GPS Tracking: Real-time driving data is recorded during actual tests to accurately capture the route.
  • Driver Feedback: Insights from recent test-takers help confirm key elements.
  • Local Expertise: Instructors across Northland contribute to ensure the routes reflect current testing standards.

Northland Pass Rates

Test Type Age Group Tests Passes Fails 2023 Pass Rate Change from 2022
FULL 16-24 years 1,752 1,455 297 83% ↑ +8.0%
FULL 25-29 years 608 482 126 79% ↑ +5.0%
FULL 30-34 years 591 414 177 70% ↑ +2.0%
FULL 35-39 years 522 324 198 62% ↓ -4.0%
FULL 40 and over 713 478 235 67% ↑ +4.0%
LEARNER 16-24 years 4,446 3,093 1,353 70% ↓ -5.0%
LEARNER 25-29 years 416 234 182 56% ↓ -8.0%
LEARNER 30-34 years 521 298 223 57% ↓ -10.0%
LEARNER 35-39 years 512 291 221 57% ↓ -11.0%
LEARNER 40 and over 679 354 325 52% ↓ -10.0%
RESTRICTED 16-24 years 3,837 2,260 1,577 59% ↑ +5.0%
RESTRICTED 25-29 years 374 236 138 63% ↑ +6.0%
RESTRICTED 30-34 years 295 191 104 65% ↑ +12.0%
RESTRICTED 35-39 years 164 100 64 61% ↓ -1.0%
RESTRICTED 40 and over 248 141 107 57% ↑ +5.0%

Useful Northland Driving Links

NZTA - Licensing Information

The full licensing process in New Zealand, including learner, restricted, and full licences.
VTNZ Branch Finder - Northland

Testing locations and services provided by VTNZ across Northland, including Whangārei and Kaitaia.
AA Centres - Northland

AA licensing services, including practical test bookings in Northland.
The Official New Zealand Road Code

Essential for all learner and restricted drivers preparing for their test.
Northland Traffic & Road Closures

Live updates on traffic, roadworks and road conditions throughout the Northland region.

Northland Driving Test Statistics

10

Test Centres

6

Offer 1F + 1R

0

Mobile Units

50

Test Routes

Routes Checked 1 September 2025

  • AA Kaitaia Checked
  • VTNZ Whangārei Checked
  • Kaikohe - Practical testing only Checked
  • AA Kaikohe Checked
  • VTNZ Kerikeri - Practical testing only Checked
  • AA Dargaville Checked