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Construction & use offences - endorsement codes & penalty points

CU10 to CU80 offences must stay on a driving licence for 4 years from the date of the offence.

Code

Offence

Penalty Points

CU10

Using a vehicle with defective breaks

3

CU20

Causing or likely to cause danger by reason of use of unsuitable vehicle or using a vehicle with parts or accessories (excluding brakes, steering or tyres) in a dangerous condition

3

CU30

Using a vehicle with defective tyre(s)

3

CU40

Using a vehicle with defective steering

3

CU50

Causing or likely to cause danger by reason of load or passengers

3

CU80

Using a mobile phone while driving a motor vehicle

3

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