Bury (Manchester) Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Bury (Manchester) Test Centre

    The Bury Driving Test Centre is conveniently located at Smith Street in Bury, Greater Manchester, making it an accessible option for learners across the region. Situated amidst a mix of residential and commercial areas, the test routes from this centre frequently incorporate diverse road conditions. Candidates can expect to navigate through busy urban zones, negotiate complex junctions, and encounter various traffic calming measures. The routes are designed to assess a driver's ability to handle different scenarios, including main roads, potentially dual carriageways, and quieter residential streets demanding keen observation and anticipation. This variety ensures a comprehensive evaluation of driving skills. While specific pass rates for individual centres fluctuate, preparing for a test at Bury requires a strong understanding of both urban and suburban driving techniques, coupled with excellent hazard perception and independent driving abilities. The centre itself is well-regarded for its straightforward setup, providing a professional environment for test-takers.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Bury (Manchester)

    Struggling to find an early driving test at Bury (Manchester)? Driving test cancellations can be a lifeline for securing an earlier slot. At the Bury centre, cancelled tests become available sporadically, often requiring constant vigilance to snap them up. Many learners find it challenging to manually check the DVSA website throughout the day and night. Find Me A Driving Test offers a service that continuously scans the DVSA website 24/7 for new driving test cancellations at Bury (Manchester), alerting you instantly when a suitable slot appears, dramatically increasing your chances of booking a sooner test.

    Pass rate trend at Bury (Manchester)

    Pass rate over time

    Annual pass rate at Bury (Manchester), from 2013-14 to 2024-25 (DVSA data).

    Between 2013-14 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Bury (Manchester) has declined, moving from 44.4% to 40.3% (down 4.1 percentage points). It peaked at 44.4% in 2013-14 and was lowest at 34.6% in 2018-19, with a long-run average of 39.1%. 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
    2024-25 40.3%
    2023-24 38.2%
    2022-23 36.9%
    2021-22 38.5%
    2020-21 38.9%
    2019-20 35.4%
    2018-19 34.6%
    2017-18 37.5%
    2016-17 41.3%
    2015-16 41.5%
    2014-15 42.3%
    2013-14 44.4%

    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 Bury (Manchester) to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre.