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Motorcycle Module 1 Test Centre, England

Cambridge (Hardwick) Driving Test Centre

Moto, Mod 1CambridgeHigh pass rate

Cambridge (Hardwick) in Cambridge currently passes 78% of tests, 5 points above the UK average of 73%. The sections below cover the year-by-year trend, who passes most often, how long learners wait, and how it stacks up against neighbouring centres.

By Vikas DulgundeUpdated MethodologySources
Pass rate (2024-25)
78%
vs 73% UK avg
Tests in period
1.8K
2024-25
National rank
#14
of 72 centres
1st-time pass
N/A
DVSA omits this centre from DRT122C

DVSA data last updated July 2026

Compare and decide

Cambridge (Hardwick) sits in the top quarter of motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally (Top 19%, rank #14 of 72). No nearby motorcycle module 1 centre currently posts a higher pass rate.

Kings LynnNearest alternative
39.6 mi away
76.9%
-1.1 pp
All centres in Cambridge→See every centre on the map→Best centre for me→

Pass vs fail at a glance

78%passed
failed22%

All-time 13.1K passed, 4.9K failed, 18.1K total

How Cambridge (Hardwick) compares

Cambridge (Hardwick)
78%
UK national average
73%
Difference
+5 pp

At 5 points above the UK figure and ranked 14 of 72 in its category, Cambridge (Hardwick) offers a modest but real edge, typically a product of its local road layout rather than the venue itself.

Where Cambridge (Hardwick) ranks among 72 centres

Top 19%
Cambridge (Hardwick) ranks higher than 81% of UK motorcycle module 1 test centres
Rank
#14
BestMedianHardest

Pass-rate trend by year

Cambridge (Hardwick) has climbed 4 points across the series, 74% in 2017-18 to 78% now; the weakest year on record was 74% in 2017-18.

Pass rate by demographic

Male vs female pass rate gap 20.0 pp
Male75.5%
0%100%
Female55.5%
0%100%
Zero faults0%
0 candidates have passed without a single recorded fault across all DVSA periods

Estimated wait time and demand

Estimated wait
15 to 19 weeks
High demand
Weekly capacity
~47
estimated test slots per week
Demand
High
busier than average

Booking is achievable but not immediate: on this estimate, learners booking at Cambridge (Hardwick) would typically wait around 15 to 19 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

This wait is an estimate modelled from regional demand and this centre's test volume, not a live booking figure. See how it is worked out on our methodology page, and check the DVSA booking service for live slots.

Centre details

Address

Driving Test Centre Cambridge Brookmount Court
Units A & B Brookmount Court
Kirkwood Road
Cambridge
CB4 2QH
England

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

Tests offered at Cambridge (Hardwick)

  • car
  • 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 CB4 2QH, or call DVSA Customer Services on 0300 200 1122.

About this test centre

Cambridge (Hardwick) is one of the DVSA's motorcycle module 1 test sites in England, located in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The choice of routes reflects the local mix of road types rather than any standard national template. Cambridge (Hardwick) sees moderate volume: 18.1K practical tests through 2017-18-2024-25. Year-on-year percentages here are meaningful, but watch the trend line rather than fixating on any single period.

Cambridge (Hardwick) runs close to the national curve: 78% pass rate, 5 points clear of the UK average of 73%. The rank is #14 of 72 motorcycle module 1 centres. For Cambridge (Hardwick) 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 Cambridge (Hardwick)

  • Cambridge (Hardwick) passes higher than the UK average, but the marking sheet is identical to every other DVSA centre. The bias is in the local road mix (less traffic, simpler junction geometry); the standard is national.
  • Practising the roads around the centre is the preparation that most reliably pays off. Most ADI instructors in Cambridge will know the road types and junctions learners commonly meet near the centre.
  • If you missed the earlier slots at Cambridge (Hardwick), cancellations appear on the official DVSA booking service throughout the day. Check at off-peak times (early morning, late evening) for the best chance of catching one.

Other test centres nearby

Peterborough
29.6 mi, 8.7K tests, Rank #29
75.9%
-2.1 pp
Cardington
23.4 mi, 5.3K tests, Rank #37
73.8%
-4.2 pp
Enfield (Innova Business Park)
37.0 mi, 21.1K tests, Rank #40
72.4%
-5.6 pp
Enfield
39.2 mi, 11.4K tests, Rank #58
67.3%
-10.7 pp
Kings LynnBest nearby
39.6 mi, 5.4K tests, Rank #20
76.9%
-1.1 pp
Erith (London)
48.9 mi, 13.9K tests, Rank #64
64.6%
-13.4 pp
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Frequently asked questions

What is the pass rate at Cambridge (Hardwick)?
The current pass rate at Cambridge (Hardwick) driving test centre is 78%, calculated from 1.8K 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 72.7% (from 18.1K tests).
Is Cambridge (Hardwick) an easy or hard test centre?
Cambridge (Hardwick) is ranked #14 of 72 UK motorcycle module 1 test centres by pass rate, placing it in the top quarter of motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally. Its pass rate of 78% compares to a UK average of 73%. Much of the spread comes down to route geography: lighter traffic and simpler junctions lift a centre, dense city driving and complex roundabouts pull it down.
How does Cambridge (Hardwick) compare to the UK average?
Cambridge (Hardwick)'s pass rate is 5 percentage points above the UK national average of 73%. At 5 points above the UK figure and ranked 14 of 72 in its category, Cambridge (Hardwick) offers a modest but real edge, typically a product of its local road layout rather than the venue itself.
How many driving tests does Cambridge (Hardwick) record?
Cambridge (Hardwick) has recorded 18.1K tests in the available DVSA data, of which 13.1K passed and 4.9K failed. The trend chart on this page plots how both volume and pass rate have changed across the recent DVSA reporting periods.
Which driving test centres are near Cambridge (Hardwick)?
The closest DVSA test centres to Cambridge (Hardwick) are Peterborough (75.9%), Cardington (73.8%), Enfield (Innova Business Park) (72.4%) and Enfield (67.3%). Cambridge (Hardwick)'s 78% is the highest current pass rate among them. Peterborough, Cardington, Enfield (Innova Business Park), Enfield 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 Cambridge (Hardwick)?
Cambridge (Hardwick) currently sees high demand with an estimated wait of about 15 to 19 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 Cambridge (Hardwick) and what do I need?
Book your practical test through the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test, then choose Cambridge (Hardwick) 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 Cambridge (Hardwick)?
The estimated wait at Cambridge (Hardwick) is about 15 to 19 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 18.1K 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.