Our Motherwell instructors offer a range of services including manual and automatic lessons, intensive courses, and flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments. Compare prices, read genuine student reviews, and find an instructor who matches your needs and budget.
Some instructors covering Motherwell
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Andrew
Andrew Kerr is a friendly driving instructor based in Hamilton, running his own driving school. He teaches in a stunning BMW Mini Cooper fitted with …
Carolyn
Carolyn McKinnon is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and runs her own independent driving school. She's a female instru…
Leanne
Leanne Barker is a Grade A DVSA Approved driving instructor based in Birkenshaw, with over 19 years of experience. She has a University Accredited Di…
Lesley
Lesley MacLeod is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) who runs her own driving school. She's based in East Kilbride and co…
Louise
Louise has been a fully qualified DVSA Approved driving instructor since 2015, and she's built a strong reputation in East Kilbride. She's known for …
John
John Andrew is a DVSA-approved driving instructor who has been teaching since 2006. With over 15 years of experience he has helped loads of learners …
Eamonn
Eamonn is a driving instructor with KESS Driving School, offering automatic lessons in and around Motherwell and Bellshill. He's got over 30 years of…
Lauren
Lauren Knox has taught people to drive all across South Lanarkshire and Greater Glasgow. She's a fully qualified DSA registered driving instructor, a…
Stephen
Stephen's been a Grade A driving instructor for over 10 years, and he runs LWC Driving School. He's got a friendly, patient approach that puts you at…
Liz
Liz Byrne is a fully qualified female Government Approved Driving Instructor running her own independent LDC driving school in Coatbridge. She's been…
Bill
Bill runs Learnwithbill, offering driving lessons in East Kilbride and Hamilton. He's built a school that focuses on structured, patient training to …
Learning to Drive in Motherwell
Learning to drive in Motherwell mixes town centre traffic with quick access to the M74 and A721 into Hamilton. It feels like a commuter town, with regular congestion at peak times and plenty of roundabouts on local routes. Lessons often include short dual carriageway stretches and busy high streets. You get a good mix of driving challenges close to home.
Nearest Test Centre: Hamilton
The nearest DVSA test centre is in Hamilton, about 1.9 miles from Motherwell. Expect a mix of suburban roads and nearby dual carriageway sections on test routes. Hamilton test centre has a pass rate of 38.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Test days can be busy because the centre handles several thousand tests a year, so book early.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Hamilton's pass rate of 38.6% sits below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Hamilton pass at 42.5% while female candidates pass at 35.4% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Airdrie reports 41.4% and Glasgow (Baillieston) 37.9%, so Hamilton is competitive with surrounding centres (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Local learners should practise dual carriageway joins and town centre manoeuvres to address common test challenges.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quieter residential streets before moving to the A721 and M74 slip roads, they come up quickly in local tests. Work on roundabout positioning and lane choice at busy junctions, especially where dual carriageways meet local roads. Practice merging and speed changes on short dual carriageway stretches to build confidence. Spend time parking in town centre bays and practising controlled stops at traffic lights. Be ready for peak-time queues heading towards Hamilton and Glasgow, and learn to anticipate lane changes early.
Choosing an Instructor in Motherwell
There are seven instructors listed in the Motherwell area, so check availability early. Expect typical lesson rates around
Lesson Costs in Motherwell
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Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence online or by post, then book your theory test when you feel ready. Start lessons with a qualified ADI who knows Hamilton test routes and the M74 junctions. When your instructor and you agree you are ready, book the practical test at Hamilton or a nearby centre. Keep your theory pass certificate valid while you prepare for the practical.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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