Drivers warned over licence plate mistake in snow that could risk £10,000 fine

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Weather conditions are to turn pretty hectic as we reach the end of the week with yellow weather warnings in place. With wintry showers and ' thundersnow', road conditions could get dangerous.

That's why It's vital to keep your car and yourself safe while driving.Failing to do so could land you with a pretty hefty fine and points on your licence.From checking you licence plate to keeping an eye on tyre pressure, there are ways you can make sure you are safe and avoid caution during these snowy times.

Luckily Car Lease Special Offers have put together a list of five winter driving fines to help you out. Here is everything you need to know:It’s a well-known fact that leaving snow and ice on your windscreen or roof can result in a fine, but if you aren’t careful to also clear your registration plate, you could be facing up to £1000 in fines.A concealed registration plate, whether covered in snow or dirt and grit from the road, is considered obstructing the police as they use your registration plate to check if your car is properly taxed, insured, and has a valid MOT.In the cold weather, tyres lose their pressure much more quickly.It is recommended that in the winter months you should check your tyre pressure once a week, or you could be fined £2,500 and handed three penalty points for each tyre that fails to meet tyre pressure regulations and legal tread depth rules.If all four tyres fail, you could be looking at a £10,000 fine and 12 points on your license.The definition of careless driving doesn’t simply apply to using your phone or drifting between lanes.Careless driving can include simple mistakes caused by icy conditions.Following another car too closely, driving too quickly (even within the speed limit) and taking a