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Motorcycle Module 2 Test Centre, England

Ipswich Driving Test Centre

Moto, Mod 2IpswichHigh pass rate

At Ipswich, 88.2% of candidates pass, one of the 135 test centres we rank from the DVSA data. Below you will find the full pass-rate history, the demographic split, the estimated waiting time and a comparison with the nearest centres.

By Vikas DulgundeUpdated MethodologySources
Pass rate (2024-25)
88.2%
vs 72.2% UK avg
Tests in period
2.6K
2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg)
National rank
#2
of 135 centres
1st-time pass
N/A
DVSA omits this centre from DRT122C

DVSA data last updated July 2026

Compare and decide

Ipswich sits in the top 10% of UK motorcycle module 2 pass rates nationally (Top 1%, rank #2 of 135). No nearby motorcycle module 2 centre currently posts a higher pass rate.

NorwichNearest alternative
41.9 mi away
77.8%
-10.4 pp
All centres in Ipswich→See every centre on the map→Best centre for me→

Pass vs fail at a glance

88.2%passed
failed11.8%

All-time 10.1K passed, 2.2K failed, 12.2K total

How Ipswich compares

Ipswich
88.2%
UK national average
72.2%
Difference
+16 pp

The 16-point gap in candidates' favour at Ipswich (ranked 2 of 135 in its category) is among the wider spreads in the network, consistent with quieter local roads rather than any difference in how examiners mark.

Where Ipswich ranks among 135 centres

Top 1%
Ipswich ranks higher than 99% of UK motorcycle module 2 test centres
Rank
#2
BestMedianHardest

Pass-rate trend by year

The direction of travel here is upward: Ipswich has added 6.6 points since 2017-18, from 80% to 86.6%, with its strongest year at 90.8% in 2022-23.

Pass rate by demographic

Male vs female pass rate gap 4.8 pp
Male82.8%
0%100%
Female78.0%
0%100%
Zero faults0%
0 candidates have passed without a single recorded fault across all DVSA periods

Estimated wait time and demand

Estimated wait
12 to 16 weeks
High demand
Weekly capacity
~32
estimated test slots per week
Demand
High
busier than average

Booking is achievable but not immediate: on this estimate, learners booking at Ipswich would typically wait around 12 to 16 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

Wentworth Road
Ransomes Europark
Ipswich
IP3 9SW
England

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

Tests offered at Ipswich

  • car
  • motorcycle module 1 (off-road)
  • motorcycle module 2 (on-road)
  • lorry and bus
  • 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 IP3 9SW, or call DVSA Customer Services on 0300 200 1122.

About this test centre

Of the DVSA motorcycle module 2 centres across England, Ipswich is the one covering Ipswich, Suffolk. The routes are built around the roads the centre's examiners can reach inside the test's time budget. Ipswich sees moderate volume: 12.2K 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.

If you've been told Ipswich is "an easy centre" or "a hard one", the data won't fully back that. 88.2% is 16 points clear of the UK motorcycle module 2 average of 72.2%, which is rank #2 out of 135. For Ipswich 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 Ipswich

  • Ipswich 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 Ipswich will know the road types and junctions learners commonly meet near the centre.
  • If you missed the earlier slots at Ipswich, 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

Bury St Edmunds
22.7 mi, 3.0K tests, Rank #47
77.6%
-10.6 pp
NorwichBest nearby
41.9 mi, 4.6K tests, Rank #43
77.8%
-10.4 pp
Norwich (Peachman Way)
40.9 mi, 5.9K tests, Rank #68
74.4%
-13.8 pp
Herne Bay
47.4 mi, 9.1K tests, Rank #84
72%
-16.2 pp
Lowestoft
38.0 mi, 1.9K tests, Rank #54
76.8%
-11.4 pp
Basildon
44.9 mi, 21.8K tests, Rank #127
62.3%
-25.9 pp
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Frequently asked questions

What is the pass rate at Ipswich?
The current pass rate at Ipswich driving test centre is 88.2%, calculated from 2.6K 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 82.3% (from 12.2K tests).
Is Ipswich an easy or hard test centre?
Ipswich is ranked #2 of 135 UK motorcycle module 2 test centres by pass rate, placing it in the top 10% of UK motorcycle module 2 pass rates nationally. Its pass rate of 88.2% 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 Ipswich compare to the UK average?
Ipswich's pass rate is 16 percentage points above the UK national average of 72.2%. The 16-point gap in candidates' favour at Ipswich (ranked 2 of 135 in its category) is among the wider spreads in the network, consistent with quieter local roads rather than any difference in how examiners mark.
How many driving tests does Ipswich record?
Ipswich has recorded 12.2K tests in the available DVSA data, of which 10.1K passed and 2.2K 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 Ipswich?
The closest DVSA test centres to Ipswich are Bury St Edmunds (77.6%), Norwich (77.8%), Norwich (Peachman Way) (74.4%) and Herne Bay (72%). Ipswich's 88.2% is the highest current pass rate among them. Bury St Edmunds, Norwich, Norwich (Peachman Way), Herne Bay 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 Ipswich?
Ipswich currently sees high demand with an estimated wait of about 12 to 16 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 Ipswich and what do I need?
Book your practical test through the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test, then choose Ipswich 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 Ipswich?
The estimated wait at Ipswich is about 12 to 16 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 12.2K 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.