Theory testEngland
Boston
East Midlands
Pass rate
40.4%
2025/26 Tests in period
7,094
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England · theory testing
Grantham
Theory test centre.
Official results, the context behind them and a practical way to plan your next step.
47.8%
Theory pass rate · 2025/26 6,552
Tests taken · 2025/26 Not published
Median completed wait Not published
Forward availability measure Results: official source tables. Missing values are not zero. Definitions and limitations.
The wider picture
Pass rates over time
Compare the same test group across published periods.
| Period | Tests | Passes | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020/21 | 2,584 | 1,522 | 58.9% |
| 2021/22 | 6,234 | 3,278 | 52.6% |
| 2022/23 | 5,797 | 2,637 | 45.5% |
| 2023/24 | 5,824 | 2,780 | 47.7% |
| 2024/25 | 6,066 | 2,966 | 48.9% |
| 2025/26 | 6,552 | 3,133 | 47.8% |
Candidate mix and repeated attempts affect these figures. The highest rate does not identify the easiest test for you.
Plan the practicalities
Before you book
- Agree readiness and test-day car use with your instructor.
- Check the current venue address, facilities and offered services.
- Use the correct official booking service for your nation.
- Check any support or adjustments before the appointment.
A centre’s statistical name may not identify the latest building. Any address must be checked against your booking confirmation.
Build a realistic budget
Include lessons, official fees and test-day car use.
Check your readiness
Use a structured conversation with your instructor.
Plan travel and conditions
Official road, public transport and weather sources.
Suggest a correction to this record. For a booking issue, contact the official test authority.
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Pass rate
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2025/26 Tests in period
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Pass rate
44.7%
2025/26 Tests in period
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