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# Elgin Test Centre 

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

## Quick facts

-   Crown Buildings, 21 Trinity Road, Elgin, Moray, IV30 1UE 
-   Pass rate: **44.5%** (2024-25) 
-   County: **Moray** 

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## 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.

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## 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

### What identification do I need to bring?

### Are there parking facilities at this test centre?

### What manoeuvres might I be asked to perform here?

### What happens if it's raining or icy on test day?

### What independent driving section is included?

### What's the pass rate at this test centre?

## 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.

-   [
    
    Buckie
    
    21.2 km away
    
    ](/test-centres/uk/buckie)
-   [
    
    Huntly
    
    38.8 km away
    
    ](/test-centres/uk/huntly)
-   [
    
    Banff
    
    47.1 km away
    
    ](/test-centres/uk/banff)

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