Original Published Test Routes
Step-by-step directions for all 25 original DVSA-published routes from 98 Goodmayes Road, Ilford.
Route & Road Guide
Road Type Split
Approximate breakdown based on road names and instructions across all 25 routes.
What to Expect at Goodmayes (London)
- Expect roundabouts throughout — 2.6 per route on average — Route 25 includes the most with 7, including Cameron Rd.
- Route 7 alone has 6 sets of traffic lights — the most of any route here. Confident, smooth stops and pull-aways are essential.
- At 44%, Goodmayes (London) sits 3.9 points below the national average of 47.9% — knowing these routes well before test day makes a measurable difference.
- Familiarise yourself with Kildowan Rd, Granton Rd and Green Lane before your test — they come up repeatedly across the routes and knowing their junctions and speed limits will save you on the day.
- Routes here range from 17 to 28 steps — each has a distinct character, so practising the full set is worth the time.
Tricky Spots on the Goodmayes (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kildowan Rd | 25 / 25 | Left turn | |
| Granton Rd | 24 / 25 | Right turn | |
| Green Lane | 23 / 25 | Right turn | |
| High Rd | 15 / 25 | Left turn | |
| Goodmayes Rd | 13 / 25 | Left turn | |
| Goodmayes Lane | 10 / 25 | Left turn | |
| Aldborough Rd South | 9 / 25 | Left turn | |
| Cameron Rd | 9 / 25 | Roundabout | |
| South Park Drive | 9 / 25 | Left turn | |
| Eastern Avenue | 8 / 25 | Right turn |
Roundabout Analysis
The routes include 65 roundabouts across 25 routes — these are the most important.
Goodmayes (London) Test Centre
98 Goodmayes Road, Ilford, Greater London, IG3 9UZ
- 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