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Thanks everyone,

I have spoken with the Fixen Penalty Support Unit, they confirmed they categorised my van as a commercial one, so as soon as I send them a copy of the v5c (with a cover letter) the case will be dropped.
(But I wonder why their system doesn't do this kind of check automatically though)

They also said I don't need to fill in the driver's details form but I did just in case 

So fingers crossed everything will be ok.

But.. it makes me think it's not the last time I'm sending a copy of the V5C to the police...

TL;DR - you can post a semi-literate whinge about how absurd it is, or you can have a polite word with the police and hopefully get it dropped.

Thank you for your detailed response. I appreciate the time you took to address the points I raised.

While I understand that certain aspects of my post may not have been articulated perfectly, I was simply trying to convey my concerns in a forum where I believed I could seek constructive advice. We're all here to learn and support each other, after all.

Please note that I'm not a native English speaker, so I might make some language mistakes. I acknowledge that "overspeeding" might not be a conventional term, but the intention was to describe the situation as clearly as possible. I appreciate your clarification on the speed awareness course criteria, though I still believe the specific information provided by the police in my case warrants some consideration, especially since there seems to be some ambiguity.

While I respect your expertise, I have to say that the tone of your response felt a bit condescending. I’m here to learn and seek help from more experienced members, and a more respectful approach would be appreciated. Finally, I was hoping for some guidance on how best to approach this situation, given the potential misidentification of my vehicle and the vague location details in the NIP. If you or anyone else has practical advice on how to proceed, particularly with contacting the police, I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks again for your input.

Hi All,

Was driving on A5 in Milton Keynes (Bletchley) in my Citroen e-berlingo, passenger version, 23 year.
It's 70mph area there, no road works.

I suspect they misidentified my car as a van which would have 60mph limit.

On its V5C my car has:
D.5 body type : MPV
Taxation class : Electric
J: Vehicle category : M1


They also didn't provide any specific location on the NOIP, just "A5 (Bletchley)" which is a bit too loose definition.


What should I do? Even if I appeal I still technically was overspeeding, so if they admit officer's mistake I'm still guilty - so I assume the court won't upheld my appeal?


Also, on the fun side - as per police official document pack they sent to me - I do not qualify for the speed awareness course as the speeding threshold for it - 76 to 84mph inclusive. But I was going "just" 71...



For some reasons can not upload the screenshot, here's the text :

Dear Sir/Madam

 In accordance with Section 1 of the Road Traffic Offenders Act 1988, I hereby give notice that it is intended to take proceedings against the driver of
motor vehicle PK23XRS
for the alleged offence of Speeding - exceed limit for type of vehicle (not goods/ passenger) vehicle - manned equipment

Recorded Speed 71 MPH on 21/08/2024 at 10:59
 at (place) A5 Bletchley


contrary to Section 86(1) and 89(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and Schedule 2 to the Road Traffic Offenders Act 1988

This allegation WILL be supported by photographic evidence at any subsequent court hearing