Elgin Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Moray.

    About Elgin Test Centre

    Elgin Driving Test Centre is situated in the historic town of Elgin, within the county of Moray. The test centre's location means that test routes often encompass a diverse range of road conditions, preparing learners for various real-world scenarios. Candidates can expect to navigate through residential areas with parked cars and limited visibility, requiring keen observation and hazard perception. Main roads and national speed limit sections will also feature, where maintaining appropriate speed and executing safe overtakes (if necessary) are crucial. The town centre itself presents challenges such as multi-lane roundabouts and complex junctions. While specific pass rates for individual centres often fluctuate, a typical test at Elgin will assess a driver's ability to handle these varied environments competently and safely, reflecting the comprehensive training provided locally.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Elgin

    Securing an earlier driving test at Elgin can be challenging due to demand. Cancellations do occur, providing opportunities for determined learners. Find Me A Driving Test offers a 24/7 scanning service for the DVSA booking system, specifically looking for cancellation slots at Elgin Driving Test Centre. This service significantly increases the chance of finding an earlier appointment, bypassing the usual waiting times. Be prepared to book quickly when a cancellation becomes available, as these slots are often snapped up swiftly.

    Pass rate trend at Elgin

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Elgin has declined, moving from 51.6% to 44.5% (down 7.1 percentage points). It peaked at 54.9% in 2014-15 and was lowest at 44.5% in 2024-25, with a long-run average of 50.4%. 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 44.5%
    2023-24 45.2%
    2022-23 44.7%
    2021-22 45.2%
    2020-21 52.2%
    2019-20 48.8%
    2018-19 48.4%
    2017-18 52.5%
    2016-17 54.1%
    2015-16 54.8%
    2014-15 54.9%
    2013-14 49.2%
    2012-13 52%
    2011-12 51.9%
    2010-11 52.2%
    2009-10 50.6%
    2008-09 54.3%
    2007-08 51.6%

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