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what surprise me is how small these cars actually are.
was not that small, it took up most of the parking spacewhat surprise me is how small these cars actually are.
lol its not mineAI Overview
Driving a vehicle without a front number plate in South Africa is an infringement under the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act (AARTO) carrying a fine and demerit points.
The Law and Penalties
Number Plate Rules to Keep in Mind
- The Offence: Operating a vehicle with no front number plate affixed is classified under Regulation 35(7)(f) of the National Road Traffic Act.
- Fine and Demerit Points: The standard AARTO infringement penalty typically incurs a fine of R1 500 (amounts can vary or update with municipal schedules) and general demerit penalties.
- Only One Plate vs. No Plates: Having only one number plate or no plates at all can also lead traffic authorities to declare the vehicle unroadworthy, resulting in a suspension notice requiring a full roadworthy test within a set number of working days.
- Displaying zero plates entirely can even result in a court appearance rather than just a standard fine.
- Two Plates Required: Standard passenger vehicles, trucks, and SUVs must display two SABS-approved plates—one on the front and one on the rear.
- Proper Attachment: Plates must be fixed permanently using 4mm rivets or one-way self-tapping screws. Using double-sided tape or letting the plate swing loose is illegal.
- Placement & Height: Front plates must be clearly visible, upright (or within 30 degrees), and placed no higher than 1.5 meters from the ground for normal passenger cars.
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Oi, you can't park there mate?you Rare spot these Tbh
Nah, It's for Clients and their Friends OnlyOi, you can't park there mate?