Do you have to display P plates in SA?

You need to display P plates clearly on the front and rear of your car. You cannot use your phone in any way while driving, including any form of hands-free technology, like Bluetooth or a loud speaker. If you’re under 25, you cannot drive between 12am and 5am.

Is it a legal requirement to display P plates?

Are P plates a legal requirement? Unlike L plates, it is not a legal requirement for drivers to display green ‘probationary’ P plates. P plates can voluntarily be displayed to show that you have just passed your driving test. You can display P plates on your vehicle for as long as you like.

How many passengers can a P1 driver have in SA?

one passenger
No more than one passenger aged 16-20 Applies to all P1 Licence holders under 25. No more than one passenger aged 16-20 at any time of the day or night (immediate family members exempt), unless a qualified supervising driver is seated next to you or you meet the exemption criteria.

How do I get PS SA?

To apply for your P1 Licence you must you must be at least 17 years of age, hold a Learner’s Permit for at least 12 months if under 25 years of age, or at least six months if aged 25 or above, have completed at least 75 hours (including 15 hours night driving) with a qualified supervising driver and pass the Hazard …

How fast can L platers go in SA?

L plate rules in SA You must not exceed the 100km/h speed limit at any time.

What happens when you don’t display your P plates?

Penalty: 3 demerit points and a fine. L and P plates have to be attached to the OUTSIDE of the car – you can’t stick the plates on the inside of your window. Penalty: 2 demerit points and a fine.

Can I drive on motorway with P plates?

Yes, you can use P plates on all types of roads, including the motorway. They will mean other drivers give you more room and time to make decisions, which can be valuable on your first few times driving in unfamiliar territory.

How long can you display P plates?

You can display green ‘probationary’ P plates to show that you’ve just passed your driving test. You do not have to display them. You can leave them on your vehicle for as long as you like.

Can L platers drive after midnight SA?

All learners can drive at night because they are supervised by a person with a licence. New South Wales: 120 hours of supervised driving experience with 20 hours of night driving. Victoria: 120 hours of supervised driving experience with 20 hours of night driving. Northern Territory: No specific recommendation.

How much does it cost to get your Ps SA?

South Australia enforces P1 for 12 months and P2 for two years. A provisional licence costs $161.

How much does the Vort test cost SA?

SA Driving Test

Can L platers have passengers SA?

New South Wales P1 or P2 drivers who are issued with a new licence after a period of being disqualified from driving, will for 12 months only be allowed to carry one passenger. Learner, P1 and P2 licence holders must not use a mobile phone at all while driving.

Can you drive a car with a P plate in Australia?

As if the licensing laws in Australia aren’t complicated enough, figuring out which car you can drive is just as confusing. With no national regulations when it comes to P-plate laws, each state and territory is left to establish and enforce its own rules, which generally results in widespread confusion. But ignorance is no excuse.

What kind of number plates do you need in SA?

To drive a vehicle on South Australian roads, you must have number plates on the vehicle that were issued by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport and made by the approved manufacturer. They are the only plates that comply with the Motor Vehicles Act. Standard and special number plates are available.

How old do you have to be to drive a P plate in SA?

With all that said, here’s everything you need to know about the P plate laws SA has in place. Before you can drive in SA, you need to learn to be a safe driver. Driving is a risky activity, and young drivers are more likely to be involved in accidents. In SA, you must be 16 years old to pass the driver knowledge test.

How many demerit points can you get on a P plate in SA?

You may not exceed 100km per hour, even if the signposted speed limit is higher. You can only have three demerit points before you lose your license. If you get four demerit points you’ll lose the right to drive. There are extra P plate laws in SA for P1 drivers.