Carmarthen Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Carmarthen Test Centre

    Carmarthen Driving Test Centre is situated at Unit 13, Cwm Alun, Jobs Well Rd, Carmarthen, SA31 3HP. The test centre is conveniently located within an industrial estate, providing a practical environment for assessing driving skills. Learners can expect a diverse range of test routes that encompass various road conditions, from residential streets to more complex urban environments. The routes are designed to challenge candidates on different aspects of their driving, including observations, hazard perception, and adherence to speed limits. Examiners often guide candidates through areas that feature roundabouts, crossroads, and pedestrian crossings to ensure comprehensive evaluation. The current pass rate for Carmarthen, at 59.9%, compared to the national average of 48.7%, suggests a higher-than-average success rate, indicating effective local instruction and well-prepared candidates.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Carmarthen

    Driving test cancellations at Carmarthen often become available due to last-minute changes by other candidates. Securing an earlier test can be challenging without constant monitoring of the DVSA website. Find Me A Driving Test offers a 24/7 scanning service specifically for Carmarthen, alerting learners instantly when new slots become available. This service significantly increases the chances of finding an earlier driving test, helping candidates avoid long waits. By utilising this system, learners can reduce their waiting time and take their test sooner.

    Pass rate trend at Carmarthen

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Carmarthen has remained broadly stable, moving from 53.2% to 54.4% (up 1.2 percentage points). It peaked at 61.5% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 51.8% in 2008-09, with a long-run average of 54.3%. 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 54.4%
    2023-24 52.9%
    2022-23 56.7%
    2021-22 57.3%
    2020-21 61.5%
    2019-20 54.2%
    2018-19 54.6%
    2017-18 55.2%
    2016-17 52.2%
    2015-16 53.5%
    2014-15 52%
    2013-14 53.6%
    2012-13 53.2%
    2011-12 54.1%
    2010-11 53%
    2009-10 54.2%
    2008-09 51.8%
    2007-08 53.2%

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