HC Deb 18 April 1983 vol 41 c35W
Mr. John Fraser

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what is the average waiting period for a motor cycle driving test in Greater London.

Mrs. Chalker

The average waiting period for taking part I of the motor cycle test with the Department in the Metropolitan traffic area is 17 weeks; that for part II of the test is 161/2 weeks. But learner riders can normally take part I much more quickly in conjuction with a training course conducted by one of the 24 appointed training organisations operating at over 20 sites in Greater London.

Mr. Spriggs

asked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will take steps to enable motor cyclists who wish to retake their tests before their new two-year licence expires to do so.

Mrs. Chalker

There are already adequate opportunities for learner motor cyclists to take and if necessary retake their tests within the two years of their provisional motor cycle licence entitlements. They will enhance their prospects of passing within the time allowed, if they take part I of the test in conjuction with a training course provided by an appointed training organisation. There are nine appointed training bodies operating from 40 sites in Cheshire, Merseyside and Greater Manchester.