Great Britain · theory testing

North Finchley
Theory test centre.

Official results, the context behind them and a practical way to plan your next step.

43.7%
Theory pass rate · 2025/26
67,769
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
2021/22 30,495 13,661 44.8%
2022/23 57,609 24,096 41.8%
2023/24 61,903 27,554 44.5%
2024/25 62,447 27,325 43.8%
2025/26 67,769 29,614 43.7%

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.