Don't know about others but here is my background:
I applied a few weeks ago and got the invitation last week. I have an (f)ATPL with 350 odd hours total. I have spent the last few years working in pilot training operating Level-D sims and as stand-in pilot (737/747).
I live in the UK but I am originally from Austria (ICAO engl 6 / German fluent) and I am probably one of the oldest applicants (41).
I am currently preparing for the DLR-GU test which is tough going.
Hope this helps.
Anyone else doing their DLR test in July?