Recent Trends in Driving Licenses: Pass Rates, Training, and Readiness
Last year the driving test showed a notably low first attempt success, with only 18 percent of candidates passing on the initial try. The traffic police report translates this into just over 200,000 individuals who encountered difficulties on their first attempt. The theoretical portion reflected a similar pattern, where about 35 percent of test takers cleared the exam on the initial attempt, and only 12 percent succeeded in the practical segment at the first try.
Looking at the broader picture, roughly 1.1 million people who trained in driving schools were on track to obtain a driving license by 2022. This figure highlights the scale of driver education and the licensing cycle across the country, showing the tension between the effort put into training and the outcomes of examinations.
Over recent years the licensing and training landscape has evolved. Comparisons with earlier periods show fluctuations in total licensing figures and first attempt success rates, underscoring ongoing discussions about exam difficulty, training quality, and the overall preparedness of prospective drivers. In a wider sense, these numbers illustrate the dedication invested in readying candidates for the responsibilities of operating a vehicle on public roads.
In 2023 changes were introduced to the licensing process. The updates brought important additions aimed at refining the requirements and procedures for obtaining a driving license, signaling continued reform in response to observed gaps and new safety considerations.
Media coverage and public conversation have also examined how training and testing pathways align with real world driving readiness. For those following the latest formats, one development noted is the availability of a program or content titled Driving on RuTube, which points to new ways for learners to access instructional material and test preparation resources.
Altogether, the data point to ongoing evolution in how driving readiness is assessed and certified. The focus remains on improving the quality of training and the reliability of examination outcomes for future drivers.
Citations: Driving data and licensing updates are attributed to official statistics and the traffic enforcement agency reports. Observations on training pathways and media coverage reflect industry analysis and public discourse across the period analyzed.