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Motorcycle Module 2 Test Centre, England

Chesterfield Driving Test Centre

Moto, Mod 2ChesterfieldHigh pass rate

Chesterfield posts a 66.8% pass rate, with Rotherham the nearest alternative about 14 miles away. Read on for its full DVSA history, first-time pass rate, waiting time and demographic breakdown.

By Vikas DulgundeUpdated MethodologySources
Pass rate (2024-25)
66.8%
vs 72.2% UK avg
Tests in period
555
2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg, low volume)
National rank
#112
of 135 centres
1st-time pass
N/A
DVSA omits this centre from DRT122C

DVSA data last updated July 2026

Compare and decide

Chesterfield sits in the bottom quarter of motorcycle module 2 pass rates nationally (Bottom 18%, rank #112 of 135). The strongest motorcycle module 2 alternative nearby is Nottingham (Colwick), about 22.7 miles away.

Nottingham (Colwick)Best nearby
22.7 mi away
84.2%
+17.4 pp
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Pass vs fail at a glance

66.8%passed
failed33.2%

All-time 1.7K passed, 738 failed, 2.5K total

How Chesterfield compares

Chesterfield
66.8%
UK national average
72.2%
Difference
-5.4 pp

Chesterfield sits 5.4 points under the national average, ranked 112 of 135 in its category. Routes here are likely more demanding than at rural centres; extra time on the local roads pays back directly.

Where Chesterfield ranks among 135 centres

Bottom 18%
Chesterfield sits in the bottom quarter of motorcycle module 2 pass rates
Rank
#112
BestMedianHardest

Pass-rate trend by year

The longer arc at Chesterfield points down: 71% in 2017-18 against 52.1% now, a 18.9-point slide, though 2022-23 showed what the routes allow at 87.8%.

Pass rate by demographic

Male vs female pass rate gap 6.6 pp
Male71.0%
0%100%
Female64.4%
0%100%
Zero faults0%
0 candidates have passed without a single recorded fault across all DVSA periods

Estimated wait time and demand

Estimated wait
8 to 12 weeks
Moderate demand
Weekly capacity
~10
estimated test slots per week
Demand
Moderate
around the middle of the range

Booking is achievable but not immediate: on this estimate, learners booking at Chesterfield would typically wait around 8 to 12 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

These figures are an estimate, not live data. We model them from published demand reports and this centre's test volume; the method is on our methodology page. Check the DVSA booking service for current slots.

Centre details

Address

Bus Garage
Approach Road
Stonegravels
Chesterfield
S41 7LT
England

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

Tests offered at Chesterfield

  • car
  • 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 S41 7LT, or call DVSA Customer Services on 0300 200 1122.

About this test centre

Chesterfield is in Chesterfield, East Midlands and runs DVSA motorcycle module 2 tests for learners across the local area. Your examiner picks the route on the day without telling you which, and the DVSA does not publish them. 2.5K tests across 2017-18-2024-25, a workable sample but on the lighter side. Single-period swings can look dramatic without actually meaning much, the multi-year aggregate is the more honest number.

Out of 135 UK motorcycle module 2 test centres, Chesterfield ranks 112, which lands it in the bottom quarter nationally. The 66.8% pass rate is 5.4 points below the UK figure of 72.2%. For Chesterfield 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 2

What learners should know about Chesterfield

  • Chesterfield is in the lower tier of pass rates nationally. That isn't an indictment of the examiners, it reflects road layout, traffic density, and route mix. Prepare specifically for the centre, not generically.
  • If you can, take at least one lesson with an instructor who specifically works the Chesterfield area. Local instructors know which nearby junctions are demanding and will drill them.
  • Don't pay third-party sites for booking access at Chesterfield. Use gov.uk/book-driving-test directly; cancellations show up on the same booking flow.

Other test centres nearby

Rotherham
13.9 mi, 14.9K tests, Rank #46
77.7%
+10.9 pp
Nottingham (Colwick)Best nearby
22.7 mi, 11.6K tests, Rank #9
84.2%
+17.4 pp
Wakefield
31.0 mi, 13.1K tests, Rank #114
66.3%
-0.5 pp
Burton on Trent
31.1 mi, 18.9K tests, Rank #11
83.5%
+16.7 pp
Horsforth
42.6 mi, 3.4K tests, Rank #20
81.4%
+14.6 pp
Bradford (Thornbury)
40.8 mi, 3.5K tests, Rank #74
73.3%
+6.5 pp
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Frequently asked questions

What is the pass rate at Chesterfield?
The current pass rate at Chesterfield driving test centre is 66.8%, calculated from 555 tests in 2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg, low volume). DVSA does not publish first-attempt figures for this centre. Across all DVSA reporting periods on record, the lifetime average is 70% (from 2.5K tests).
Is Chesterfield an easy or hard test centre?
Chesterfield is ranked #112 of 135 UK motorcycle module 2 test centres by pass rate, placing it in the bottom quarter of motorcycle module 2 pass rates nationally. Its pass rate of 66.8% compares to a UK average of 72.2%. Higher pass rates often correlate with quieter rural or suburban routes; lower rates with dense urban centres featuring complex junctions and multi-lane roundabouts.
How does Chesterfield compare to the UK average?
Chesterfield's pass rate is 5.4 percentage points below the UK national average of 72.2%. Chesterfield sits 5.4 points under the national average, ranked 112 of 135 in its category. Routes here are likely more demanding than at rural centres; extra time on the local roads pays back directly.
How many driving tests does Chesterfield record?
Chesterfield has recorded 2.5K tests in the available DVSA data, of which 1.7K passed and 738 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 Chesterfield?
The closest DVSA test centres to Chesterfield are Rotherham (77.7%), Nottingham (Colwick) (84.2%), Wakefield (66.3%) and Burton on Trent (83.5%). Of these, Rotherham, Nottingham (Colwick), Burton on Trent have higher current pass rates than Chesterfield's 66.8%. Wakefield sits 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 Chesterfield?
Chesterfield currently sees moderate demand with an estimated wait of about 8 to 12 weeks. Across the UK, waits tend to ease in November, December, January, when fewer learners are booking, and peak in June, July, August. A flexible test date helps: booking into a quieter month often shortens the wait and opens up more available slots. Always confirm live availability on the DVSA booking service.
How do I book a test at Chesterfield and what do I need?
Book your practical test through the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test, then choose Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield?
The estimated wait at Chesterfield is about 8 to 12 weeks (moderate 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 2.5K 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.