Edinburgh (Musselburgh) Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in East Lothian.

    About Edinburgh (Musselburgh) Test Centre

    The Edinburgh (Musselburgh) Driving Test Centre is situated at the edge of the historic town of Musselburgh, East Lothian, offering a diverse array of driving conditions. Test routes typically encompass a mix of urban roads, covering residential streets known for parked cars and potential hazards, and busier main roads that demand confident decision-making and lane discipline. Expect to navigate through areas with varying speed limits and roundabouts, as well as encountering pedestrian crossings and junctions. The centre's location in East Lothian also means that test candidates may experience some semi-rural roads, requiring adaptability to different road types. Examiners will assess your ability to handle these varied environments safely and competently. While specific pass rates fluctuate, the nature of this centre’s routes suggests a thorough preparation across different driving scenarios is beneficial for a successful outcome.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Edinburgh (Musselburgh)

    Finding driving test cancellations at Edinburgh (Musselburgh) can significantly reduce your waiting time. Learners often face lengthy waits for a test slot, but cancellations free up earlier appointments. Our service constantly monitors the DVSA system 24/7 for new driving test openings at Edinburgh (Musselburgh). When a suitable slot becomes available, we notify you immediately, allowing you to book your test sooner. This dedicated scanning increases your chances of securing an ideal test date that fits your schedule, helping you get on the road faster.

    Pass rate trend at Edinburgh (Musselburgh)

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Edinburgh (Musselburgh), from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Edinburgh (Musselburgh) has improved, moving from 42.6% to 47% (up 4.4 percentage points). It peaked at 51% in 2016-17 and was lowest at 41.2% in 2019-20, with a long-run average of 46.4%. Pass rates vary year-to-year due to changes in test demand, examiner availability, candidate readiness and local route difficulty — these figures are taken directly from DVSA's published statistics.

    Year-by-year pass rate

    Year Pass rate
    2024-25 47%
    2023-24 44.1%
    2022-23 46.8%
    2021-22 47.2%
    2020-21 43.9%
    2019-20 41.2%
    2018-19 42.9%
    2017-18 46.9%
    2016-17 51%
    2015-16 46.9%
    2014-15 45.7%
    2013-14 48.5%
    2012-13 49.3%
    2011-12 48.7%
    2009-10 48.1%
    2008-09 47.2%
    2007-08 42.6%

    Frequently asked questions

    You can move your test to these test centres

    From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from Edinburgh (Musselburgh) to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.