The fine can be increased to £1,000 if you decide to challenge it in court
Research from eBay UK has revealed 64% of drivers risk a £100 fine by failing to carry spare headlamp bulbs with them – with 18% of drivers admitting to waiting between one and two weeks before changing a blown headlight. Getting caught driving in the dark with a broken bulb is a safety risk, and also puts drivers at risk of receiving a £100 fixed penalty notice fine – a figure that could rise to £1,000 if challenged in court.
Despite the importance of carrying spare headlight bulbs, 64% of those surveyed failed to carry them in their vehicles. This omission, although perfectly legal, puts them at risk of running into problems when their headlight bulbs fail, especially during darker months. Laura Richards, Category Lead, Vehicle Parts and Accessories at eBay UK Ltd, said: “Our statistics highlight the need for drivers to keep spare headlight bulbs to hand. With only one headlight working, visibility will be reduced which could have serious consequences as we enter darker months – especially when driving in rural areas with unlit roads.
“Last year, we experienced spikes in demand for replacement bulbs in November and January. We recommend motorists carry a set of spare bulbs in the glove box, so they’re not caught out and, with eBay’s MyGarage registration look-up technology, finding the right bulbs for your car couldn’t be simpler.”
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