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Motorcycle Module 2 Test Centre, Scotland

Inverness (Longman Drive) Driving Test Centre

Moto, Mod 2InvernessIV1 1ANHigh pass rate

Inverness (Longman Drive) in Inverness, Scotland has a current pass rate of 65.1%, 7.1 points below the UK average of 72.2%. 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)
65.1%
vs 72.2% UK avg
Tests in period
736
2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg, low volume)
National rank
#116
of 135 centres
1st-time pass
N/A
DVSA omits this centre from DRT122C

DVSA data last updated July 2026

Compare and decide

Inverness (Longman Drive) sits in the bottom quarter of motorcycle module 2 pass rates nationally (Bottom 15%, rank #116 of 135). The strongest motorcycle module 2 alternative nearby is Grangemouth, about 102.7 miles away.

GrangemouthBest nearby
102.7 mi away
79.2%
+14.1 pp
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Pass vs fail at a glance

65.1%passed
failed34.9%

All-time 2.3K passed, 1.2K failed, 3.5K total

How Inverness (Longman Drive) compares

Inverness (Longman Drive)
65.1%
UK national average
72.2%
Difference
-7.1 pp

Inverness (Longman Drive) sits 7.1 points under the national average, ranked 116 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 Inverness (Longman Drive) ranks among 135 centres

Bottom 15%
Inverness (Longman Drive) sits in the bottom quarter of motorcycle module 2 pass rates
Rank
#116
BestMedianHardest

Pass-rate trend by year

The longer arc at Inverness (Longman Drive) points down: 74.9% in 2017-18 against 65% now, a 9.9-point slide, though 2017-18 showed what the routes allow at 74.9%.

Pass rate by demographic

Male vs female pass rate gap 4.1 pp
Male66.6%
0%100%
Female62.5%
0%100%
Zero faults0%
0 candidates have passed without a single recorded fault across all DVSA periods

Estimated wait time and demand

Estimated wait
4 to 8 weeks
Lower demand
Weekly capacity
~10
estimated test slots per week
Demand
Lower
quieter than average

Booking is comparatively quick: on this estimate, learners booking at Inverness (Longman Drive) would typically wait around 4 to 8 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

Longman Industrial Estate
Seafield Road
Inverness
IV1 1SG
Scotland

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

Tests offered at Inverness (Longman Drive)

  • lorry and bus
  • ADI part 2
  • ADI part 3

Accessibility & facilities

Not 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 IV1 1SG, or call DVSA Customer Services on 0300 200 1122.

About this test centre

Of the DVSA motorcycle module 2 centres across Scotland, Inverness (Longman Drive) is the one covering Inverness, Highland and the surrounding IV1 1AN area. The routes are built around the roads the centre's examiners can reach inside the test's time budget. Volume here sits at 3.5K over 2017-18-2024-25. That's the territory where a noisy quarter can shift the rate by two or three percentage points, so read the trend chart in context rather than reacting to any single bar.

If you've been told Inverness (Longman Drive) is "an easy centre" or "a hard one", the data won't fully back that. 65.1% is 7.1 points below the UK motorcycle module 2 average of 72.2%, which is rank #116 out of 135. For Inverness (Longman Drive) 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
Scotland
Test category
Motorcycle Module 2

What learners should know about Inverness (Longman Drive)

  • A lower pass rate at Inverness (Longman Drive) usually means specific local junctions or road types that catch out candidates trained elsewhere. Book local-area familiarisation lessons with an instructor who works this centre, not one who covers a different patch.
  • Ask any instructor working Inverness (Longman Drive) about the centre's "usual fails", they'll have two or three specific junctions or manoeuvres in mind. Practise those until they're automatic before your date.
  • If you missed the earlier slots at Inverness (Longman Drive), 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

Elgin
35.7 mi, 2.3K tests, Rank #104
68.1%
+3.0 pp
Perth
80.6 mi, 172 tests, Rank #108
67.4%
+2.3 pp
Stirling
94.7 mi, 1.6K tests, Rank #75
73.3%
+8.2 pp
Wick
78.5 mi, 330 tests, Rank #72
73.9%
+8.8 pp
GrangemouthBest nearby
102.7 mi, 1.3K tests, Rank #32
79.2%
+14.1 pp
Dundee
84.8 mi, 4.7K tests, Rank #60
75.8%
+10.7 pp
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Frequently asked questions

What is the pass rate at Inverness (Longman Drive)?
The current pass rate at Inverness (Longman Drive) driving test centre is 65.1%, calculated from 736 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 66.2% (from 3.5K tests).
Is Inverness (Longman Drive) an easy or hard test centre?
Inverness (Longman Drive) is ranked #116 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 65.1% compares to a UK average of 72.2%. 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 Inverness (Longman Drive) compare to the UK average?
Inverness (Longman Drive)'s pass rate is 7.1 percentage points below the UK national average of 72.2%. Inverness (Longman Drive) sits 7.1 points under the national average, ranked 116 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 Inverness (Longman Drive) record?
Inverness (Longman Drive) has recorded 3.5K tests in the available DVSA data, of which 2.3K passed and 1.2K 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 Inverness (Longman Drive)?
The closest DVSA test centres to Inverness (Longman Drive) are Elgin (68.1%), Perth (67.4%), Stirling (73.3%) and Wick (73.9%). Of these, Elgin, Perth, Stirling, Wick have higher current pass rates than Inverness (Longman Drive)'s 65.1%. 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 Inverness (Longman Drive)?
Inverness (Longman Drive) currently sees low demand with an estimated wait of about 4 to 8 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 Inverness (Longman Drive) and what do I need?
Book your practical test through the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test, then choose Inverness (Longman Drive) 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 Inverness (Longman Drive)?
The estimated wait at Inverness (Longman Drive) is about 4 to 8 weeks (low 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 3.5K 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.