If you have just passed your first driving test, the New Drivers Act means you’re ‘on probation’ for two years. If you reach six or more penalty points in that time, you’ll lose your licence. Then, you’ll have to apply and pay for a new provisional licence. This means you’ll be a learner driver again!
If you’re convicted of a motoring offence, the courts can fine you and endorse your driving licence with penalty points. Endorsements must stay on your driving licence for four or eleven years depending on the offence.
For instance, driving without an MOT can get you a £1000 fine and invalidate your insurance. (6-8 points on your licence)
Other offences and points include:
Failing to stop after an accident 5-10
Failing to give particulars or to report an accident within 24 hours 5-10
Careless Driving
Driving without due care and attention 3–9
Driving without reasonable consideration for other road users 3–9
Construction & Use Offences
Using a vehicle with defective brakes 3
Using a vehicle with defective tyre(s) 3
Using a vehicle with defective steering 3
Reckless/ Dangerous Driving
Dangerous Driving 3-11
Drink or Drugs Driving or attempting to drive with alcohol level above limit 3-11
Driving or attempting to drive while unfit through drink or drugs 3-11
Insurance Offences
Using a vehicle uninsured against third party risks 6-8
Speed Limits
Exceeding speed limit 3-6
Traffic Direction and Signs
Failing to comply with traffic light signals 3
Failing to comply with double white lines 3
Failing to comply with "Stop" sign 3
Simon Ross
Hove MOT, The Old Studio, Cambridge Works (off Cambridge Grove),
Hove, BN3 3ED
Tel: 01273 324305
For all your MOT, servicing and car repair needs
