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Manchester Theory Test Centre

Everything you need for theory test day in Manchester — the centre details, booking, what to bring, and a free mock test to make sure you only go once.

Quick answer

The Manchester theory test centre serves candidates across Greater Manchester. Book the £23 test on GOV.UK, bring your photocard licence, and aim for 43/50 on the multiple-choice part — you can check you're ready with our free mock theory test.

Centre details

Manchester Theory Test Centre
ADDRESS
Suite 2, Ground Floor, Block 5, Universal Square, Devonshire Street North, Manchester M12 6JH
REGION
GREATER MANCHESTER
TEST FEE
£23 · BOOK VIA GOV.UK

About 3 minutes' walk from Ardwick station, or 15 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly. Always double-check the address on your booking confirmation.

Book at this centre on GOV.UK

Nearby centres: Leeds · Liverpool · Sheffield

Preparing for your test in Manchester?

Candidates who sit a full mock under timed conditions before test day walk in knowing what 50 questions in 57 minutes actually feels like.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I book a theory test at the Manchester centre?

Book through the official GOV.UK service (£23) and choose Manchester as your preferred centre. Avoid third-party booking sites — they charge a markup for the same slot.

What do I need to bring on test day?

Your UK photocard driving licence (provisional or full). Arrive early — if you’re late or forget your licence you can’t sit the test and you lose the fee.

What is the pass mark at Manchester?

The same everywhere in Great Britain: 43 out of 50 multiple-choice questions, plus 44 out of 75 on hazard perception, both in one sitting.