Check If You May Have Been Caught Speeding

Run a free check to understand whether you may have been caught speeding — and what usually happens next.

There are thousands of speed cameras on UK roads, and most drivers pass several every day. Some are clearly signposted, while others — including mobile speed camera vans — can take drivers by surprise. It only takes drifting a few miles per hour over the limit for a moment to cause concern, especially if you noticed a flash or a camera at the roadside.

Many drivers look for a way to instantly check whether their registration number has been caught speeding.
There’s no public database that allows this to be checked immediately — but you can assess whether your situation matches a typical enforcement scenario, and what usually happens next.

There’s no need to enter your registration number.
This guidance tool looks at the factors that actually matter and explains what drivers typically experience after passing a speed camera.

What this free check does

This free check helps you understand:

• how speed cameras and mobile enforcement vans typically operate
• when drivers are most likely to receive a Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP)
• why it’s common to hear nothing for days or weeks after passing a camera
• what your likely next steps are, based on common UK speeding procedures

It does not confirm whether a specific offence has been recorded, but it can give you clarity and reassurance about what usually happens in situations like yours.

If you’re worried about being caught speeding

In most cases:

• no action is required immediately
• letters, if they arrive, usually take time
• many drivers are offered a speed awareness course rather than points

Understanding the process early helps you avoid unnecessary worry – and common mistakes that can make things worse later.

If you’d like a deeper explanation, you can read about what usually happens after a speed camera or how speed camera photo evidence is reviewed here.