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Motorcycle Module 1 Test Centre, England

Burton on Trent Driving Test Centre

Moto, Mod 1Burton upon TrentDE14 1JGHigh pass rate

Burton on Trent in Burton upon Trent, England has a current pass rate of 77%, 4 points above the UK average of 73%. This page breaks down the multi-year trend, the first-time and gender pass rates, the waiting time and how it compares with the rest of the UK, all from the DVSA quarterly data.

By Vikas DulgundeUpdated MethodologySources
Pass rate (2024-25)
77%
vs 73% UK avg
Tests in period
1.5K
2024-25
National rank
#19
of 72 centres
1st-time pass
N/A
DVSA omits this centre from DRT122C

DVSA data last updated July 2026

Compare and decide

Burton on Trent sits in the top half of motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally (Top 26%, rank #19 of 72). The strongest motorcycle module 1 alternative nearby is Nottingham (Colwick), about 22.6 miles away.

Nottingham (Colwick)Best nearby
22.6 mi away
79.3%
+2.3 pp
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Pass vs fail at a glance

77%passed
failed23%

All-time 17.0K passed, 5.7K failed, 22.7K total

How Burton on Trent compares

Burton on Trent
77%
UK national average
73%
Difference
+4 pp

At 4 points above the UK figure and ranked 19 of 72 in its category, Burton on Trent offers a modest but real edge, typically a product of its local road layout rather than the venue itself.

Where Burton on Trent ranks among 72 centres

Top 26%
Burton on Trent ranks higher than 74% of UK motorcycle module 1 test centres
Rank
#19
BestMedianHardest

Pass-rate trend by year

Burton on Trent has held a narrow 7.6-point range across the whole series (74.8% at the low in 2017-18, 82.4% at the high in 2020-21); what you see is what you get.

Pass rate by demographic

Male vs female pass rate gap 23.2 pp
Male77.6%
0%100%
Female54.4%
0%100%
Zero faults0%
0 candidates have passed without a single recorded fault across all DVSA periods

Estimated wait time and demand

Estimated wait
13 to 17 weeks
High demand
Weekly capacity
~59
estimated test slots per week
Demand
High
busier than average

Booking is achievable but not immediate: on this estimate, learners booking at Burton on Trent would typically wait around 13 to 17 weeks from booking to test day.

Peak months
June, July, August, September
when UK waits tend to be longest
Best to book
November, December, January, February
when UK waits tend to be shortest

Treat this as a modelled estimate rather than a booking quote. It is built from regional demand patterns and test volume, explained in full on our methodology page. Always confirm real slots on the DVSA booking service.

Centre details

Address

Wellington Park
Burton on Trent
Burton
DE14 2TG
England

Source: DVSA find a driving test centre (Open Government Licence v3.0), captured 2026-05-12.

Tests offered at Burton on Trent

  • car
  • motorcycle module 1 (off-road)
  • motorcycle module 2 (on-road)
  • ADI part 2
  • ADI part 3

Accessibility & facilities

Wheelchair accessible per DVSA

Parking and toilet details aren't included in DVSA's published feed. For the current on-site facilities, check the DVSA find a driving test centre tool with postcode DE14 2TG, or call DVSA Customer Services on 0300 200 1122.

About this test centre

Burton on Trent: a DVSA motorcycle module 1 test centre in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire. Local routes, local traffic patterns, no national standard for what "harder" or "easier" looks like beyond what the numbers below show. Sample size: 22.7K tests over 2017-18-2024-25. Enough that comparisons hold up; small enough that a quiet month or a route being temporarily diverted can show in the data.

The upper half of the UK by pass rate: Burton on Trent ranks #19 of 72 motorcycle module 1 centres at 77%, 4 points above the national figure of 73%. For Burton on Trent the DVSA suppresses first-attempt figures in DRT122C. Smaller centres get rolled up; this is one of them. The overall pass rate above is the only published figure.

All figures shown are aggregated from the DVSA quarterly statistical release covering the most recent reporting periods available. Pass-rate calculations exclude tests cancelled by the candidate or examiner. Sample sizes and methodology are described in the source attribution at the foot of this page.

Country
England
Test category
Motorcycle Module 1

What learners should know about Burton on Trent

  • Burton on Trent doesn't deviate much from the national curve, so generic preparation advice (mock tests, mirror discipline, junction observation) applies here in the same shape it would anywhere.
  • Practising the roads around the centre is the preparation that most reliably pays off. Most ADI instructors in Burton upon Trent will know the road types and junctions learners commonly meet near the centre.
  • The only legitimate booking route is gov.uk. Anything calling itself a "test booking concierge" is reselling the same slots at a markup, the slots aren't theirs to control.

Other test centres nearby

Birmingham (Garretts Green)
25.1 mi, 18.5K tests, Rank #27
76.2%
-0.8 pp
Nottingham (Colwick)Best nearby
22.6 mi, 12.9K tests, Rank #11
79.3%
+2.3 pp
Leicester (Wigston)
23.8 mi, 14.8K tests, Rank #28
75.9%
-1.1 pp
Wolverhampton
25.7 mi, 18.0K tests, Rank #67
62.1%
-14.9 pp
Macclesfield (RUFC)
37.7 mi, 5.4K tests, Rank #53
69.8%
-7.2 pp
Rotherham
44.9 mi, 19.2K tests, Rank #39
72.6%
-4.4 pp
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Frequently asked questions

What is the pass rate at Burton on Trent?
The current pass rate at Burton on Trent driving test centre is 77%, calculated from 1.5K tests in 2024-25. DVSA does not publish first-attempt figures for this centre. Across all DVSA reporting periods on record, the lifetime average is 74.9% (from 22.7K tests).
Is Burton on Trent an easy or hard test centre?
Burton on Trent is ranked #19 of 72 UK motorcycle module 1 test centres by pass rate, placing it in the top half of motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally. Its pass rate of 77% compares to a UK average of 73%. Centres with calmer suburban or rural routes tend to sit higher, while busy urban sites with tight junctions and multi-lane roundabouts usually sit lower.
How does Burton on Trent compare to the UK average?
Burton on Trent's pass rate is 4 percentage points above the UK national average of 73%. At 4 points above the UK figure and ranked 19 of 72 in its category, Burton on Trent offers a modest but real edge, typically a product of its local road layout rather than the venue itself.
How many driving tests does Burton on Trent record?
Burton on Trent has recorded 22.7K tests in the available DVSA data, of which 17.0K passed and 5.7K failed. See the yearly trend chart above to track how test volume and pass rate have shifted over recent reporting periods.
Which driving test centres are near Burton on Trent?
The closest DVSA test centres to Burton on Trent are Birmingham (Garretts Green) (76.2%), Nottingham (Colwick) (79.3%), Leicester (Wigston) (75.9%) and Wolverhampton (62.1%). Of these, Nottingham (Colwick) has a higher current pass rate than Burton on Trent's 77%. Birmingham (Garretts Green), Leicester (Wigston), Wolverhampton sit lower. You can compare every nearby centre in the "Other test centres nearby" section above, or see them all on the interactive PassRates map.
When is the best time to book a test at Burton on Trent?
Burton on Trent currently sees high demand with an estimated wait of about 13 to 17 weeks. Across the UK, waits tend to ease in November, December, January, when fewer learners are booking, and peak in June, July, August. If your test date is flexible, aiming for a quieter month can mean a shorter wait and more slot choice. Always confirm live availability on the DVSA booking service.
How do I book a test at Burton on Trent and what do I need?
Book your practical test through the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test, then choose Burton on Trent as your centre. You will need your provisional licence number and your theory test pass certificate number. Our guides cover how to book step by step and how faults are marked.
How long is the wait for a driving test at Burton on Trent?
The estimated wait at Burton on Trent is about 13 to 17 weeks (high demand). That range is modelled from regional demand patterns reported in the National Audit Office investigation into car driving test waiting times, the DVSA Despatch blog updates, and this centre's test volume of 22.7K lifetime tests, so treat it as an estimate rather than a live figure. Across the UK, waits peak in June and July and ease in November and December. For live availability, check the official DVSA booking service.
Source

Data: DVSA quarterly statistical release, released under the Open Government Licence v3.0. PassRates.uk aggregates DVSA centre-level totals across reporting periods.

Edited by Vikas. DVSA data period: 2024-25.