How much does it cost to fix boiler error code DRIFT TEST WAITING?

Typical repair cost for the boiler DRIFT TEST WAITING fault is £0-120 including labour.

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Boiler Fault Code DRIFT TEST WAITING

Also written as DRIFTTESTWAITING — same fault.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team Last reviewed 27 April 2026

Fault code DRIFT TEST WAITING appears across 1 boiler brand and 1 models. The exact meaning varies by manufacturer — pick your boiler brand below to see the model-specific fix.

Most common meaning Your heater is temporarily pausing while it carries out a routine internal calibration check to ensure the fan is running at the correct speed. (As reported on Johnson Starley J32 System ET)

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Johnson Starley DRIFT TEST WAITING 1 model

Source

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Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 27 April 2026