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Hello,

I was driving down the "Limehouse Link Tunnel nr Hertsmere Rd W/B E14" and got flashed at the entrance, although the speed was slightly over 30mph (31maybe) Recorded speed on NIP 35mph, so I was slightly confused, upon taking a closer look the speedometer needle seems to be way below 0, my service is due in 20days, I keep up-to date with yearly check ups.


Any advice please?

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upon taking a closer look the speedometer needle seems to be way below 0, my service is due in 20days, I keep up-to date with yearly check ups.

Does the needle stay there when the car is actually turned on? Because it would appear it is off in that picture.

As for the speeding, as much as it's a pain, take the speed awareness course that will almost certainly be offered (only if you've not taken one). If not, 3 points doesn't generally load insurance premiums like it used to.

Quote from: agnesha on March 22, 2024, 09:50:51 pm

upon taking a closer look the speedometer needle seems to be way below 0, my service is due in 20days, I keep up-to date with yearly check ups.

Does the needle stay there when the car is actually turned on? Because it would appear it is off in that picture.

As for the speeding, as much as it's a pain, take the speed awareness course that will almost certainly be offered (only if you've not taken one). If not, 3 points doesn't generally load insurance premiums like it used to.

Yes it remains in the same position when turned on.

That looks like a modern(ish) car so the speedo is most likely operated electronically and will set to 0 with the ignition on  - often after going round the dial and back. Either way - as others have said,suck this one up and move on. Most of us have been there.

Few ever do - but Mens Rea doesn't apply to many road offences!