I would say not at all uncommon, most people I know did. Most people I know either took it multiple times (like 3/4 - but this was a minority) or passed first time. Driving tests and lessons are really expensive so most people cannot afford loads of tests imoIs it uncommon in the UK to pass your driving test the first time? I know they are different and also different ages for testing compared to me in the US, but most people here pass it first try at age 16... so I feel like it isn't that much of an accomplishment. Just looking for clarification.