How many penalty points common driving offences carry and why they could lead to a ban PENALTY points can lead to driving bans for motorists and act as a secondary deterrent to motorists in addition to a fine to stop them from breaking road rules and laws. Here is how many penalty points some of the most common driving offences carry. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:Audi RS4 Avant 2018 review - One of the best of the breedMost valuable car ever offered at auction is set to sell for record-breaking £35 MILLIONAudi Q8: Odd concept, great car - why new coupe version of the Q7 might be a winnerVolvo V60 2018 REVIEW: Nobody can build an estate car like Volvo canVW Golf SV GT 2018 review - Price, specs and road testPavement parking: Is it illegal? Could rules banning it in Scotland come to London?