1. By car

Leave the M5 at J30, follow signs for Sowton Industrial Estate then Pynes Hill; DVSA occupies Pynes Hill Court EX2 5AZ. Visitor spaces fill quickly—overflow in Apple Lane long‑stay.

2. By public transport

• Bus – Stagecoach routes 9A and J stop on Rydon Lane every 15 mins from the city centre (five‑minute walk).
• Train – Digby & Sowton station on the Avocet Line is 0.8 mi east via Russell Way with half‑hourly trains to Exeter Central and Exmouth.

3. Cycling / walking

NCN Route 2 threads along the nearby Exe Valley trail—bike racks outside Costa on Pynes Hill.

1. Countess Wear roundabout (A379/A3015)

• Typical slip‑up – late lane changes across the tidal‑flow markings.
• Quick fix – pick lane two for city centre at the green sign and hold your line round the full circle.

2. Bridge Road 30 mph average‑speed cams

• Typical slip‑up – drifting to 35 mph between the Gantry SPECS.
• Quick fix – lock at 28 mph, glance at repeater boards and hold back from the car ahead.

3. Alphington Rd retail‑park queues

• Typical slip‑up – blocking yellow boxes at the Marsh Barton turn.
• Quick fix – wait beyond the stop line until exit is clear; anticipate amber by watching opposing lights.

1. About Exeter Test Centre from a Learner’s View

Grace Road Central in Marsh Barton estate has ample bays; trade vans weave past as you exit toward the A379.

2. What to Expect on the Day

Bay parking common; independent driving often uses M5 J30 or A38 Devon Expressway—prepare for high‑speed slip‑roads.

3. After You Pass

Photocard within a fortnight; Pass Plus on A30 to Okehampton.

4. What If You Don’t Pass?

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