06/08/2026
The DVLA has outlined 23 distinct motoring offences that can land points on your licence, covering everything from speeding and worn tires to unsafe driving and failing to report an accident. ππ
Accumulating 12 points within three years triggers an automatic driving ban of at least six months under the totting-up rule. β³π«
For new drivers, the stakes are even higher, as getting just six points within your first two years means your licence is revoked automatically ποΈπ
These points range from 1 all the way to 11 per incident, and paying your fine does not clear them right away. ππΈ
Standard infractions like speeding, running red lights, and uninsured driving stay on your official record for 4 full years. ππ
Meanwhile, major offences like drink-driving or drug-driving will stick with you for a massive 11 years π¨βοΈ