Concern about the growing number of collisions and traffic offences involving inexperienced new drivers led to the introduction of The Road Traffic (New Drivers) Act 1995 which established a two-year probationary period for newly qualified drivers starting from the date they pass their test.

Any newly qualified driver collecting six or more penalty points before the end of this two year period will have their licence revoked. Then, they will have to apply and pay for a new provisional licence, which means they are a learner driver again. They would then need to pass the theory and practical tests in order to restore their entitlement to drive on a full licence.

Although speeding is the most common offence which can result in a young driver collecting points on their licence, points can also be awarded for offences relating to the condition of the driver's car - a bald tyre or jumping a red light for example. As many young drivers begin their driving career in an older car, great care must be taken when buying to choose one that has clearly been well maintained with a long MOT (preferably a full year) and, ideally, a full service history to prove it.

After the initial probationary period has been completed, all drivers are subject to having a maximum of twelve penalty points on their licence.

Any driver is fully responsible for the vehicle they are driving, whether they own it or it is a works vehicle or a hired vehicle. Any vehicle defects or vehicle documents that are out of date are included in this. Make sure you do you safety checks before driving an unfamiliar vehicle.

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