Merthyr Tydfil Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Merthyr Tydfil.

    About Merthyr Tydfil Test Centre

    Merthyr Tydfil Driving Test Centre is situated at Government Buildings, Rhydycar Business Park, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UZ. The centre's location in a business park means test routes will likely incorporate a mix of road types. Expect to encounter various speed limits, from the lower speeds within residential areas and the business park itself, to potentially higher national speed limit roads on the outskirts of the town. Examiners will assess your ability to handle diverse traffic conditions, including roundabouts, junctions, and pedestrian crossings, which are all common features in and around Merthyr Tydfil. The test routes are designed to be comprehensive, ensuring that all aspects of your driving skills are thoroughly evaluated. While specific pass rates for individual centres fluctuate, preparing for a range of urban and semi-urban driving scenarios will be beneficial for learners taking their test here.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Merthyr Tydfil

    Driving test cancellations at Merthyr Tydfil can become available at short notice. Due to the high demand for driving tests, securing an earlier test date often relies on finding these last-minute slots. Many learners choose to use cancellation finding services to help them secure a test sooner. Find Me A Driving Test constantly scans the DVSA booking system 24/7 for new driving test cancellations at Merthyr Tydfil, increasing your chances of finding a suitable slot. This can be particularly useful if your initial test booking is several months away, allowing you to potentially take your test much sooner.

    Pass rate trend at Merthyr Tydfil

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Merthyr Tydfil, from 2011-12 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2011-12 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Merthyr Tydfil has declined, moving from 59.7% to 53.5% (down 6.2 percentage points). It peaked at 59.7% in 2011-12 and was lowest at 49.8% in 2023-24, with a long-run average of 54.8%. 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 53.5%
    2023-24 49.8%
    2022-23 52.6%
    2021-22 58.3%
    2020-21 56.9%
    2019-20 52%
    2018-19 52.9%
    2017-18 53.2%
    2016-17 55.5%
    2015-16 54.9%
    2014-15 57%
    2013-14 56.9%
    2012-13 54.6%
    2011-12 59.7%

    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 Merthyr Tydfil to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.