HC Deb 28 July 1977 vol 936 cc434-5W
Mr. Knox

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what is the proportion of people passing their driving test at the first time of trying in the most recent year for which figures are available in the following age groups: (a) 17 to 20 years. (b) 20 to 30 years and (c) over 30 years.

Mr. Horam

The information is not available in the form requested. Two-day surveys undertaken in May and October 1976 showed the percentage pass rate at the first attempt as follows:

Estimated Age May 1976per cent. October 1976per cent.
Under 21 44 44
21–40 42 39
41–50 26 23
Over 50 22 17
All groups 42 41