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Motorcycle Module 2 Test Centre, England

Tunbridge Wells Driving Test Centre

Moto, Mod 2Royal Tunbridge WellsTN1 2DLHigh pass rate

Tunbridge Wells in Royal Tunbridge Wells records a 79.8% pass rate against a UK average of 72.2%. This page covers the multi-year trend, the first-time and gender pass rates, and a like-for-like comparison with other centres.

By Vikas DulgundeUpdated MethodologySources
Pass rate (2024-25)
79.8%
vs 72.2% UK avg
Tests in period
778
2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg, low volume)
National rank
#25
of 135 centres
1st-time pass
N/A
DVSA omits this centre from DRT122C

DVSA data last updated July 2026

Compare and decide

Tunbridge Wells sits in the top quarter of motorcycle module 2 pass rates nationally (Top 19%, rank #25 of 135). The strongest motorcycle module 2 alternative nearby is Eastbourne, about 24.6 miles away.

EastbourneBest nearby
24.6 mi away
83%
+3.2 pp
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Pass vs fail at a glance

79.8%passed
failed20.2%

All-time 3.8K passed, 901 failed, 4.7K total

How Tunbridge Wells compares

Tunbridge Wells
79.8%
UK national average
72.2%
Difference
+7.6 pp

Tunbridge Wells runs 7.6 points ahead of the national average, ranked 25 of 135 in its category. Margins in this range usually track route difficulty: fewer multi-lane roundabouts and less dense traffic.

Where Tunbridge Wells ranks among 135 centres

Top 19%
Tunbridge Wells ranks higher than 81% of UK motorcycle module 2 test centres
Rank
#25
BestMedianHardest

Pass-rate trend by year

The longer arc at Tunbridge Wells points down: 82.8% in 2017-18 against 73.3% now, a 9.5-point slide, though 2022-23 showed what the routes allow at 88.6%.

Pass rate by demographic

Male vs female pass rate gap 5.0 pp
Male81.3%
0%100%
Female76.3%
0%100%
Zero faults0%
0 candidates have passed without a single recorded fault across all DVSA periods

Estimated wait time and demand

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

Booking is achievable but not immediate: on this estimate, learners booking at Tunbridge Wells 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

The range above is an estimate, not a real-time slot count. We model it from National Audit Office demand data and this centre's volume; the methodology page sets out the workings. For live availability use the DVSA booking service.

Centre details

Address

8 Upper Grosvenor Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN1 2ES
England

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

Tests offered at Tunbridge Wells

  • car
  • 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 TN1 2ES, or call DVSA Customer Services on 0300 200 1122.

About this test centre

Drivers booked at Tunbridge Wells report to a DVSA centre in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, postcode TN1 2DL. The motorcycle module 2 routes used here are drawn from the streets the centre's examiners drive every week, so the test reflects local conditions rather than a generic syllabus. 4.7K tests over 2017-18-2024-25. Tunbridge Wells runs at a lower volume than the major metro centres, which means the data on this page rewards looking at the long-run trend rather than any single quarter.

By raw pass rate Tunbridge Wells sits at 79.8%, with the DVSA's national motorcycle module 2 average over the same window running at 72.2%. The gap (7.6 points clear of the UK figure) places the centre at rank #25 of 135, inside the top quarter of the country's motorcycle module 2 test centres. For Tunbridge Wells 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 Tunbridge Wells

  • Don't read a higher pass rate as a softer test. Tunbridge Wells's rate reflects route geography more than examiner discretion, DVSA marking is centrally trained. Prepare for the same fault categories you'd prepare for anywhere.
  • If you can, take at least one lesson with an instructor who specifically works the Tunbridge Wells area. Local instructors know which nearby junctions are demanding and will drill them.
  • Book through the official DVSA service (gov.uk/book-driving-test). Third-party "fast-track" sites charge a premium for the same booking; the official DVSA booking service is free.

Other test centres nearby

EastbourneBest nearby
24.6 mi, 3.8K tests, Rank #14
83%
+3.2 pp
Erith (London)
25.4 mi, 12.4K tests, Rank #128
61.4%
-18.4 pp
Gillingham LGV
20.5 mi, 410 tests, Rank #96
70%
-9.8 pp
Croydon
22.7 mi, 1.8K tests, Rank #82
72.1%
-7.7 pp
Burgess Hill
22.3 mi, 25.3K tests, Rank #91
70.7%
-9.1 pp
Basildon
31.0 mi, 21.8K tests, Rank #127
62.3%
-17.5 pp
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Frequently asked questions

What is the pass rate at Tunbridge Wells?
The current pass rate at Tunbridge Wells driving test centre is 79.8%, calculated from 778 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 80.8% (from 4.7K tests).
Is Tunbridge Wells an easy or hard test centre?
Tunbridge Wells is ranked #25 of 135 UK motorcycle module 2 test centres by pass rate, placing it in the top quarter of motorcycle module 2 pass rates nationally. Its pass rate of 79.8% 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 Tunbridge Wells compare to the UK average?
Tunbridge Wells's pass rate is 7.6 percentage points above the UK national average of 72.2%. Tunbridge Wells runs 7.6 points ahead of the national average, ranked 25 of 135 in its category. Margins in this range usually track route difficulty: fewer multi-lane roundabouts and less dense traffic.
How many driving tests does Tunbridge Wells record?
Tunbridge Wells has recorded 4.7K tests in the available DVSA data, of which 3.8K passed and 901 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 Tunbridge Wells?
The closest DVSA test centres to Tunbridge Wells are Eastbourne (83%), Erith (London) (61.4%), Gillingham LGV (70%) and Croydon (72.1%). Of these, Eastbourne has a higher current pass rate than Tunbridge Wells's 79.8%. Erith (London), Gillingham LGV, Croydon 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 Tunbridge Wells?
Tunbridge Wells 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 Tunbridge Wells and what do I need?
Book your practical test through the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test, then choose Tunbridge Wells 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 Tunbridge Wells?
The estimated wait at Tunbridge Wells 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 4.7K 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.