What happens if I don't pay?
The fine grows 1% a day after the 14 days, and unpaid fines block DVLA services like licence renewal and roadworthy.
Ignoring the SMS does not make it go away.
Day 1 to 14: pay or contest. A reminder SMS may come around day 7.
After day 14: 1% of the fine is added every day. No limit is published. A GH¢120 fine becomes GH¢240 after 100 days late.
DVLA blocks. Police say unpaid fines block:
- Scam sign: Licence renewal
- Scam sign: Vehicle transfer
- Scam sign: Registration and re-registration
- Scam sign: Lay-off
- Scam sign: Roadworthy inspection
So when your roadworthy is due, you must clear the fine first.
Many offences. Reports on L.I. 2519 say a 6th offence within 24 months goes to court. The licence can be suspended for at least 12 months, plus retraining.
Best move: dial *220# now. Pay or contest early. It is cheaper.
To clear a DVLA block, *710*0# option 6 is listed by Police.
This is general info, not legal advice.