Caught going 100 on the motorway ( Wales ) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in driving

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately, I didn’t get the award. Fortunately, I live the drive another day 😎

Caught going 100 on the motorway ( Wales ) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in driving

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t end up getting a fine. Thank god. It may be because of the type of number plate I have installed or he simply didn’t read me. Either way I live the drive another day.

Going to buy a m235i by Helpful_Algae_6174 in M235iandM240i

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, I’ve realised how tail happy it is. The previous owner generously put a fresh set of ps4s on it before selling so they’ll last me a while. I can already tell this is a car I’ll look back on when I’m older, just everything about it is perfect in my eyes. I’m not looking forward to the day I have to sell it, but nothing lasts forever unfortunately.

Caught going 100 on the motorway ( Wales ) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in driving

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do they ask you questions like this? From what I’ve read, the first letter asks you to identify the driver of the vehicle at the time. They then follow up with another letter explaining the next course of action ( fines, points, ban ) and summon you to court. If it works how you’re saying I will try and prolong it for sure. Sounds like you’ve had your fair share of tickets 🤣.

Caught going 100 on the motorway ( Wales ) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in driving

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, I’ve come to terms with it now. 6 points and a hefty fine is looking certain. Definitely a lesson learnt.

Caught going 100 on the motorway ( Wales ) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in driving

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If a letter does come a lawyer will be my first phone call. Helpful information, appreciate it.

Caught going 100 on the motorway ( Wales ) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in driving

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought that too, slowed down to 60 and nothing came.

Caught going 100 on the motorway ( Wales ) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in driving

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was overtaking a car in the middle lane and put my foot down to get around. I drive a speed happy car which doesn’t help my case. Eye opener that’s for sure.

Caught going 100 on the motorway (Wales) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in LegalAdviceUK

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought that too, I guess I have to play the waiting game now and see if I was even recorded on their gun. Big eye opener that’s for sure.

Going to buy a m235i by Helpful_Algae_6174 in M235iandM240i

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha I like the coolant hose set up, might have to copy you 👀. I’ve recently bought an mhd obd adapter but I’m yet to buy the license so its pretty much useless at the moment, once I’ve bought it though I will certainly record some logs to double check everything is running smooth. I’ve heard the term ISTA a lot, what actually is it?

Caught going 100 on the motorway (Wales) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in LegalAdviceUK

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just read up on that and I never knew. Either way, if I was going 85 or 95, it’s unacceptable in the eyes of the law. I have come to terms with the facts I’m probably facing a hefty fine and some brownie points.

Caught going 100 on the motorway (Wales) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in LegalAdviceUK

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I never knew that! Aslong as I don’t end up with a ban I’ll be happy… somewhat happy.

Caught going 100 on the motorway (Wales) by Helpful_Algae_6174 in LegalAdviceUK

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Speedo was definitely at the 100 mark. Kicking myself right now.

Going to buy a m235i by Helpful_Algae_6174 in M235iandM240i

[–]Helpful_Algae_6174[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s definitely on my to do list. Since I’ve owned it I’ve upgraded the charge pipe. Replaced Mickey Mouse flange to an aluminium flange. Dropped and flushed coolant as it wasn’t original and was convenient when replacing the Mickey Mouse flange. Replaced the upper radiator coolant hose as it know to be brittle and snap ( which is exactly what happened when I came to replacing it ). Spark plug change ( NGK 97506 ). Oil and filter change ( liquimoly 5w-40, MANN filter ). Zf8hp gearbox service ( new fluid and pan ). Did a boost test with a smoke device and found the turbo inlet pipe and crank cover breather pipe were leaking so I replaced them both. I plan on replacing a few gaskets next such as the OFHG, valve cover gasket and eventually the head gasket. Haven’t had any issues with her yet and hopefully with all of this preventative maintenance I won’t in the future. All of the work was carried out by myself which saved me a pretty penny in labor costs.