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Wales · DVSA theory test centre

# Merthyr Tydfil Theory Test Centre

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

Quick answer

The Merthyr Tydfil theory test centre serves candidates across Wales. 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.

## Where is the Merthyr Tydfil theory test centre?

Merthyr Tydfil Theory Test Centre is at Ground Floor, Ty Keir Hardie, Riverside Court, Avenue de Clichy, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 8LD (address from GOV.UK’s official theory test centre finder). You can ask to take the theory test in Welsh, or hear it through headphones in Welsh or English, when you book. Remember the default speed limit on restricted roads in Wales is 20 mph.

Merthyr Tydfil Theory Test Centre

- **ADDRESS:** Ground Floor, Ty Keir Hardie, Riverside Court, Avenue de Clichy, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 8LD
- **REGION:** WALES
- **TEST FEE:** £23 · BOOK VIA GOV.UK

[Book at this centre on GOV.UK](https://www.gov.uk/book-theory-test)

Map: [OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=51.74816782777778&mlon=-3.3824198333333335#map=17/51.74816782777778/-3.3824198333333335) · [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.74816782777778,-3.3824198333333335)

Nearest other centres: [Bridgend](/theory-test-centres/bridgend/) (19 mi) · [Newport (Gwent)](/theory-test-centres/newport-gwent/) (20 mi) · [Cardiff](/theory-test-centres/cardiff/) (22 mi) · [Swansea](/theory-test-centres/swansea/) (26 mi)

## How should you prepare for a test in Merthyr Tydfil?

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

[Take the free mock theory test](/mock-theory-test/)

Or revise a weak area first — all [14 DVSA topics](/theory-test/) have free practice questions.

## Frequently asked questions

**### How do I book a theory test at the Merthyr Tydfil centre?**

Book through the official GOV.UK service (£23) and choose Merthyr Tydfil 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 15 minutes early — if you’re late or forget your licence you can’t sit the test and you lose the fee.

**### What is the nearest alternative to the Merthyr Tydfil theory test centre?**

Bridgend Theory Test Centre, about 19 miles away. If Merthyr Tydfil has no suitable dates, check nearby centres on GOV.UK when you book — the test, fee and pass mark are the same at every centre.

**### What is the pass mark at Merthyr Tydfil?**

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.