M6 police stop learner moped driver doing ‘low speeds’ on motorway

The 125CC moped was 'chugging along' in the inside lane

19:44, 02 Jul 2025

Police officers have slammed a learner moped driver for taking their bike on the M6.

The rider was travelling at 'low speeds' on the motorway, according to police.

They had an 'L' plate on the back and only had a provisional licence.

As a result, they were not legally allowed to use the motorway.

The rider also had no insurance which resulted in the bike being seized.

A spokesperson for Staffordshire[2] Police shared on X: "Now this is not what we expect to see chugging along lane 1 of the M6 at low speeds causing danger to other road users.

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"125cc Mopeds don't belong on the motorway, particularly when you have a provisional licence & no insurance."

They added just before 6pm on Wednesday, July 2: "Did somebody say #JustSeized. #Team3RCT."

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References

1. ^ 'Irritating and intimidating' driving act can lead to GBP100 fine and three licence points (www.birminghammail.co.uk)
2. ^ Staffordshire (www.birminghammail.co.uk)
3. ^ Click here (chat.whatsapp.com)
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