Pontypridd Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Rhondda Cynon Taf.

    About Pontypridd Test Centre

    The Pontypridd Driving Test Centre is situated in the heart of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, making it a key location for learners in the region. Located at Unit B103, Main Avenue, Treforest Industrial Estate, Pontypridd, CF37 5YL, the centre offers varied test routes that encompass both urban and semi-rural driving environments. Test candidates can expect to navigate through bustling town roads with intricate junctions and roundabouts, as well as quieter residential streets, providing a comprehensive assessment of their driving skills. The routes are designed to challenge a candidate's hazard perception, independent driving abilities, and their capacity to respond to different traffic conditions. While specific pass rate data for individual centres fluctuates and is not always publicly disclosed, the nature of the routes suggests that a thorough understanding of diverse road types and traffic scenarios is beneficial for success. Learners should prepare for a range of situations, from busy high streets to suburban environments, ensuring they are well-prepared for any eventuality during their practical driving test.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Pontypridd

    Finding an earlier driving test at Pontypridd Driving Test Centre can be challenging due to high demand. Learners often face long waiting times for available slots. However, cancellations frequently occur, opening up earlier test dates. Instead of constantly checking the DVSA website yourself, services like Find Me A Driving Test can help. We scan the DVSA website 24/7 specifically for cancellations at Pontypridd, instantly notifying you when a suitable slot becomes available. This significantly increases your chances of securing an earlier test, allowing you to take your practical driving test sooner and with less hassle, helping you to bypass the typical waiting periods.

    Pass rate trend at Pontypridd

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Pontypridd, from 2007-08 to 2017-18 (DVSA data).

    Between 2007-08 and 2017-18, the pass rate at Pontypridd has improved, moving from 50.9% to 54.8% (up 3.9 percentage points). It peaked at 58.4% in 2014-15 and was lowest at 50.2% in 2008-09, with a long-run average of 54.1%. 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
    2017-18 54.8%
    2016-17 55%
    2015-16 56%
    2014-15 58.4%
    2013-14 57%
    2012-13 53.2%
    2011-12 53.8%
    2010-11 52.9%
    2009-10 52.9%
    2008-09 50.2%
    2007-08 50.9%

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