DVSA issues update for 592,010 drivers as roads minister predicts 'good news' ahead

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The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has shared an important update for learner drivers. In a message issued this week, the motoring body delivered a fresh update with…

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has shared an important update for learner drivers. In a message issued this week, the motoring body delivered a fresh update with Roads Minister Justin Madders, saying that "learners can look forward to more good news in the coming months."

New figures show driving test waiting times continued to ease in October 2026, falling for a sixth consecutive month. The agency also carried out a record number of tests, with more than 100,000 learners passing.

The average wait for a driving test in Great Britain was 19.2 weeks in October. This is the lowest since September 2024, when it stood at 19 weeks. The figures will come as welcome relief to those trying to book or take their practical test, with the agency committed to cutting waiting times further.

As of October 2026, 592,010 standard tests had been booked for future dates.

The DVSA conducted 198,111 tests in October - 15,679 more than in October 2025 - the highest monthly total ever recorded. Of those, 100,584 learners passed, marking only the second time more than 100,000 people have passed in a single month. It also means the pass rate has remained above 50% for 11 straight months.

Over the last 12 months, the agency said it also conducted a record 2,177,511 tests. This was boosted by examiner numbers that are now at their highest level since July 2017.

Roads Minister Justin Madders said: “Driving test waiting times are still far from where they should be, but it's clear that with waiting times falling for six months in a row now that the decisive action that this Government has taken and the continuous work of the DVSA is making a real difference. Learners can look forward to more good news in the coming months."

A DVSA spokesperson said: “We know that many learners are still waiting too long to take their driving test and get on the road and we're committed to changing that.

“There's still more to do, and our focus remains on sustaining this progress and continuing to…

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