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Motorcycle Module 1 Test Centre, England

Wakefield Driving Test Centre

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At Wakefield, 68.8% of candidates pass, one of the 72 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)
68.8%
vs 73% UK avg
Tests in period
2.9K
2022-23 to 2024-25 (3yr avg)
National rank
#55
of 72 centres
1st-time pass
N/A
DVSA omits this centre from DRT122C

DVSA data last updated July 2026

Compare and decide

Wakefield sits in the bottom quarter of motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally (Bottom 25%, rank #55 of 72). The strongest motorcycle module 1 alternative nearby is Nottingham (Colwick), about 52.4 miles away.

Nottingham (Colwick)Best nearby
52.4 mi away
79.3%
+10.5 pp
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Pass vs fail at a glance

68.8%passed
failed31.2%

All-time 13.7K passed, 6.8K failed, 20.5K total

How Wakefield compares

Wakefield
68.8%
UK national average
73%
Difference
-4.2 pp

Wakefield gives up 4.2 points to the national average and is ranked 55 of 72 in its category; treat that as a route-difficulty signal, not a verdict on your chances.

Where Wakefield ranks among 72 centres

Bottom 25%
Wakefield sits in the bottom quarter of motorcycle module 1 pass rates
Rank
#55
BestMedianHardest

Pass-rate trend by year

Wakefield ends the series about where it started, yet the spread between 2020-21 (73.9%) and 2019-20 (63.7%) runs to 10.2 points; read a single year here with caution.

Pass rate by demographic

Male vs female pass rate gap 21.9 pp
Male69.0%
0%100%
Female47.1%
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
~53
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 Wakefield 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

Mothers Way
Silkwood Park
Ossett
WF5 9TR
England

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

Tests offered at Wakefield

  • 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 WF5 9TR, or call DVSA Customer Services on 0300 200 1122.

About this test centre

Wakefield is one of the DVSA's motorcycle module 1 test sites in England, located in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The choice of routes reflects the local mix of road types rather than any standard national template. Across 2017-18-2024-25 the DVSA recorded 20.5K tests at Wakefield. A solid mid-range sample, the data is reliable enough that the rank position below isn't an artefact of small numbers.

Wakefield runs close to the national curve: 68.8% pass rate, 4.2 points below the UK average of 73%. The rank is #55 of 72 motorcycle module 1 centres. For Wakefield 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 1

What learners should know about Wakefield

  • Wakefield doesn't deviate much from the national curve, so generic preparation advice (mock tests, mirror discipline, junction observation) applies here in the same shape it would anywhere.
  • If you can, take at least one lesson with an instructor who specifically works the Wakefield area. Local instructors know which nearby junctions are demanding and will drill them.
  • If you missed the earlier slots at Wakefield, 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

Rotherham
18.3 mi, 19.2K tests, Rank #39
72.6%
+3.8 pp
Steeton
23.7 mi, 1.0K tests, Rank #71
56.3%
-12.5 pp
Bredbury (Manchester)
31.2 mi, 12.8K tests, Rank #49
70.4%
+1.6 pp
Macclesfield (RUFC)
39.0 mi, 5.4K tests, Rank #53
69.8%
+1.0 pp
Nottingham (Colwick)Best nearby
52.4 mi, 12.9K tests, Rank #11
79.3%
+10.5 pp
Darlington
57.6 mi, 13.7K tests, Rank #51
70.1%
+1.3 pp
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Frequently asked questions

What is the pass rate at Wakefield?
The current pass rate at Wakefield driving test centre is 68.8%, calculated from 2.9K 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 66.8% (from 20.5K tests).
Is Wakefield an easy or hard test centre?
Wakefield is ranked #55 of 72 UK motorcycle module 1 test centres by pass rate, placing it in the bottom quarter of motorcycle module 1 pass rates nationally. Its pass rate of 68.8% compares to a UK average of 73%. 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 Wakefield compare to the UK average?
Wakefield's pass rate is 4.2 percentage points below the UK national average of 73%. Wakefield gives up 4.2 points to the national average and is ranked 55 of 72 in its category; treat that as a route-difficulty signal, not a verdict on your chances.
How many driving tests does Wakefield record?
Wakefield has recorded 20.5K tests in the available DVSA data, of which 13.7K passed and 6.8K 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 Wakefield?
The closest DVSA test centres to Wakefield are Rotherham (72.6%), Steeton (56.3%), Bredbury (Manchester) (70.4%) and Macclesfield (RUFC) (69.8%). Of these, Rotherham, Bredbury (Manchester), Macclesfield (RUFC) have higher current pass rates than Wakefield's 68.8%. Steeton 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 Wakefield?
Wakefield 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. 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 Wakefield and what do I need?
Book your practical test through the official DVSA service at gov.uk/book-driving-test, then choose Wakefield 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 Wakefield?
The estimated wait at Wakefield 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 20.5K 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.