Llanelli Test Centre

    Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info.

    About Llanelli Test Centre

    Llanelli Driving Test Centre is situated in the coastal town of Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, Wales. This location offers a diverse driving experience, encompassing urban roads, residential streets, and some faster-paced routes as you might encounter heading out of town. Test routes from Llanelli often include areas with varying speed limits and traffic conditions, providing a thorough assessment of a learner's ability to handle different road environments. The centre's position close to both town centre and suburban areas means candidates should be prepared for typical urban hazards like busy intersections and pedestrian crossings, as well as quieter zones requiring good observation and anticipation. The recorded pass rate for Llanelli suggests a standard level of difficulty, aligning with the national average, indicating a fair testing ground for well-prepared learners.

    Driving Test Cancellations at Llanelli

    Finding driving test cancellations at Llanelli Driving Test Centre can significantly shorten your wait time. Due to high demand, securing an earlier test date often relies on cancellations becoming available. Find Me A Driving Test constantly monitors the DVSA system 24/7 for cancellations specifically at Llanelli. This service provides an efficient way to be notified as soon as a new slot opens up, helping learners in the Llanelli area book their test sooner and avoid lengthy delays.

    Pass rate trend at Llanelli

    Pass rate over time

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

    Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Llanelli has remained broadly stable, moving from 51.5% to 51% (down 0.5 percentage points). It peaked at 54.2% in 2023-24 and was lowest at 49.3% in 2017-18, with a long-run average of 51.4%. 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 51%
    2023-24 54.2%
    2022-23 52.1%
    2021-22 50.8%
    2020-21 53%
    2019-20 50.7%
    2018-19 49.7%
    2017-18 49.3%
    2016-17 50.7%
    2015-16 52.4%
    2014-15 50.4%
    2013-14 51.1%
    2012-13 51%
    2011-12 50.6%
    2010-11 53.6%
    2009-10 52.6%
    2008-09 50.2%
    2007-08 51.5%

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