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Motorcycle Module 1 Test Centre, England

Gillingham Driving Test Centre

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Gillingham in Gillingham, England has a current pass rate of 72.7%, in line with 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)
72.7%
vs 73% UK avg
Tests in period
2.5K
2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg)
National rank
#38
of 72 centres
1st-time pass
N/A
DVSA omits this centre from DRT122C

DVSA data last updated July 2026

Compare and decide

Gillingham sits in the bottom half of motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally (Bottom 49%, rank #38 of 72). The strongest motorcycle module 1 alternative nearby is Herne Bay, about 25.2 miles away.

Herne BayBest nearby
25.2 mi away
76.9%
+4.2 pp
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Pass vs fail at a glance

72.7%passed
failed27.3%

All-time 9.6K passed, 3.8K failed, 13.4K total

How Gillingham compares

Gillingham
72.7%
UK national average
73%
Difference
-0.3 pp

Gillingham sits within a percentage point of the UK figure and is ranked 38 of 72 in its category: the venue itself is unlikely to move your odds either way.

Where Gillingham ranks among 72 centres

Bottom 49%
Gillingham sits in the bottom half of motorcycle module 1 pass rates
Rank
#38
BestMedianHardest

Pass-rate trend by year

The longer arc at Gillingham points down: 74.5% in 2017-18 against 70.4% now, a 4.1-point slide, though 2017-18 showed what the routes allow at 74.5%.

Pass rate by demographic

Male vs female pass rate gap 24.6 pp
Male73.9%
0%100%
Female49.3%
0%100%
Zero faults0%
0 candidates have passed without a single recorded fault across all DVSA periods

Estimated wait time and demand

Estimated wait
10 to 14 weeks
Moderate demand
Weekly capacity
~35
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 Gillingham would typically wait around 10 to 14 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

Unit 1
Astra Park
Courteney Road
Gillingham
ME8 0EZ
England

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

Tests offered at Gillingham

  • car
  • motorcycle module 1 (off-road)
  • motorcycle module 2 (on-road)
  • 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 ME8 0EZ, or call DVSA Customer Services on 0300 200 1122.

About this test centre

Gillingham is one of the DVSA's motorcycle module 1 test sites in England, located in Gillingham, Medway. The choice of routes reflects the local mix of road types rather than any standard national template. Gillingham sees moderate volume: 13.4K 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.

Gillingham runs close to the national curve: 72.7% pass rate, within a point of the UK average of 73%. The rank is #38 of 72 motorcycle module 1 centres. First-attempt data for Gillingham is missing from the DVSA's DRT122C release. It's not a low number, it's no number, the centre is small enough that DVSA omits it from that particular table.

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 Gillingham

  • Centre difficulty is roughly average at Gillingham. The same fault categories that fail candidates nationally (junctions, mirrors, observation) are what fail candidates here, in similar proportions.
  • If you can, take at least one lesson with an instructor who specifically works the Gillingham area. Local instructors know which nearby junctions are demanding and will drill them.
  • If you missed the earlier slots at Gillingham, 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

Basildon
13.2 mi, 21.3K tests, Rank #41
72.3%
-0.4 pp
Erith (London)
18.3 mi, 13.9K tests, Rank #64
64.6%
-8.1 pp
Hastings (Ore)
36.8 mi, 3.4K tests, Rank #48
70.7%
-2.0 pp
Herne BayBest nearby
25.2 mi, 10.3K tests, Rank #21
76.9%
+4.2 pp
Enfield (Innova Business Park)
31.6 mi, 21.1K tests, Rank #40
72.4%
-0.3 pp
Mitcham (London)
29.3 mi, 22.5K tests, Rank #62
66%
-6.7 pp
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Frequently asked questions

What is the pass rate at Gillingham?
The current pass rate at Gillingham driving test centre is 72.7%, calculated from 2.5K tests in 2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg). DVSA does not publish first-attempt figures for this centre. Across all DVSA reporting periods on record, the lifetime average is 71.5% (from 13.4K tests).
Is Gillingham an easy or hard test centre?
Gillingham is ranked #38 of 72 UK motorcycle module 1 test centres by pass rate, placing it in the bottom half of motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally. Its pass rate of 72.7% compares to a UK average of 73%. 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 Gillingham compare to the UK average?
Gillingham's pass rate is 0.3 percentage points below the UK national average of 73%. Gillingham sits within a percentage point of the UK figure and is ranked 38 of 72 in its category: the venue itself is unlikely to move your odds either way.
How many driving tests does Gillingham record?
Gillingham has recorded 13.4K tests in the available DVSA data, of which 9.6K passed and 3.8K failed. The yearly trend chart on this page shows how volume and pass rate have moved across recent reporting periods.
Which driving test centres are near Gillingham?
The closest DVSA test centres to Gillingham are Basildon (72.3%), Erith (London) (64.6%), Hastings (Ore) (70.7%) and Herne Bay (76.9%). Of these, Herne Bay has a higher current pass rate than Gillingham's 72.7%. Basildon, Erith (London), Hastings (Ore) 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 Gillingham?
Gillingham currently sees moderate demand with an estimated wait of about 10 to 14 weeks. Across the UK, waits tend to ease in November, December, January, when fewer learners are booking, and peak in June, July, August. Where you can be flexible on dates, targeting one of the quieter months tends to bring a shorter wait and a wider choice of slots. Always confirm live availability on the DVSA booking service.
How do I book a test at Gillingham and what do I need?
Book your practical test through the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test, then choose Gillingham 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 Gillingham?
The estimated wait at Gillingham is about 10 to 14 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 13.4K 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.