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OP, don't be under any illusions that this matter will be easy to overturn and get you back to the original PCN penalty. In most cases we see the bailiffs have already started and added on their fee(s). You admit you were late updating the V5. The council will receive your OOT via TEC, and have the right of objection. If you can pay the OfR amount now, I would do so.

I understand that this situation is challenging , especially if bailiffs have already become involved. But we haven't been given any chance to see the PCN? The date of contravention is the 25th Feb, and the address was updated on the 15th March. As you can see, the time difference falls within the usual 28-day timeframe for receiving postal PCNs according to legislation. but we're just unlucky!

We have now paid the OfR amount (£204). However, as I mentioned, I met the person living in our old address, and they handed me a notice of enforcement dated 12th Sept 2023. This has added another £75 for a compliance stage fee, which is paid as well this evening.

However, on the reverse side of this notice, they've indicated that if the payment is made after September 23rd, we will be liable for additional fees and expenses. Given that today is the 26th, it's evident we will incur those as well. Is there any potential for leniency in my case, even though I acknowledge our significant oversight in not promptly updating the address?



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Is there any potential for leniency in my case, even though I acknowledge our significant oversight in not promptly updating the address?

There is already leniency, because while DVLA could take out a criminal prosecution against you for failing to update your V5C, they are unlikely to do so. That spares you a criminal conviction (that you would need to disclose in job applications, could affect your ability to travel abroad etc).

I realise some aspects of VERA 1994 can seem harsh, but it is what it is.

The reason for the PCN is on the bailiff notice. Somebody drove your car past the no motor vehicles signs on Browning Road. The so-called flying motorcycle signs. See here.



Only busses, taxis and local resident permit holders are allowed.

Edit: For some reason the picture of the sign I linked to isn't visible

The reason for the PCN is on the bailiff notice. Somebody drove your car past the no motor vehicles signs on Browning Road. The so-called flying motorcycle signs. See here.



Only busses, taxis and local resident permit holders are allowed.

Edit: For some reason the picture of the sign I linked to isn't visible

Quote from: ConfusedD on September 28, 2023, 01:55:35 pm

Is there any chance of seeing the original PCN now so I don't make the same mistake again?

If you ask the council they should provide it. If they prove unresponsive, you can make a subject access request under GDPR.

Thanks, both of you.
I didn't know about the restriction for buses, taxis, and permit holders only. I sometimes take this route when driving to Ilford, so I'll definitely be careful to avoid it now.