Driving offenses that could trigger roadside fine as new rule comes into force
The DVSA has changed the company it uses to process payments for roadside fines from today (May 28) - meaning motorists will be able to use Apple Pay and Google Pay
From today, the DVSA is updating its payment methods for roadside fines, enabling motorists caught breaching rules to settle up with Apple Pay or Google Pay as quickly as possible. There's no need to worry about learning new tricks; while the interface for card payments is getting spruced up, your usual payment method remains untouched and many might not notice anything's changed.
However, the new options for Apple Pay and Google Pay could make the whole process much smoother. A DVSA representative said: "Many people will find this quicker and easier than a standard card payment, especially when using a mobile phone."
Those who end up being handed a Fixed Penalty Notice by the DVSA for various motoring offences - whether they're related to vehicle conditions, compliance with driving hours or licensing matters - will now have a more efficient way to pay, both for UK locals and foreign drivers alike.
Driver's hours and tachograph offences
Exceeding daily or weekly driving time limits.
Not taking required breaks or rest periods.
Failing to use a tachograph.
Using a defective or tampered tachograph.
Falsifying or failing to produce tachograph records.
Vehicle roadworthiness
Driving with defective brakes, tyres, lights, suspension, or steering.
Dangerous load securing or overloaded vehicles.
Failure to carry out proper daily walkaround checks.
Operating an unroadworthy vehicle (may result in a prohibition as well as a fine).
Licensing and documentation
Driving without a valid driver's licence or correct entitlements (e.g., no HGV licence).
Operating without a valid Operator's Licence.
No MOT certificate (if required).
Lack of vehicle insurance or road tax.
Failure to produce required documentation (e.g. vehicle registration, insurance).
Weight and load offences
Overloading axles or gross vehicle weight.
Incorrect or dangerous load securing.
Incorrect use of trailers.
Emissions and mechanical defects
Emissions tampering (e.g., AdBlue cheat devices or DPF removals).
Using a vehicle that does not meet emissions standards.
Driver conduct and road safety
Using a mobile phone while driving.
Driving without wearing a seatbelt.
Poor vehicle condition leading to immediate prohibition.
Excessive vehicle noise or emissions.
Fines and penalties
Fines can range from £50 to £300 per offence, depending on severity.
Multiple fines can be issued at once (e.g., for both driver hours and vehicle defects).
In serious cases, vehicles may be immobilised until issues are resolved or fines are paid.
Foreign drivers/operators may be required to pay on-the-spot deposits.
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