Bike towed and damaged

Norman_Castle

2 days ago I was stopped for not displaying an L plate on the front of my bike. I received a £60 ticket, 3 points and my bike was seized.

OP, what was the actual offence you were fined for ?.

The policeman at the roadside told me to have a look around my bike for any existing damage since bikes are more likely to be damaged when transported.

The police may have been doing you a favour. By advising you to check for damage you will be aware or the condition immediately prior to removal.

In regards to the damage and stolen item you will need to provide evidence that this has happened. Speak to the officer who you dealt with. They may be sympathetic and offer help and advice. At the very least this will make them aware that this recovery company may be providing a questionable service.

Should I take my bike to a mechanic and get a quote for the damage to send off with the letter?

Yes.

http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?144361-Bike-Damaged-While-Seized-By-Police

neilmcl

pendulum wrote: »

Well I personally hope this gets put to the test when you commit the most minor of offences and have your vehicle seized.

Well I hope you are of the same opinion if you ever get hit by an uninsured driver.

mikey72

neilmcl wrote: »

Well I hope you are of the same opinion if you ever get hit by an uninsured driver.

And you really think a missing L plate is the giveaway sign?

(You'd better check the chip on your windscreen, or maybe your washer bottle is frozen up, or you have a bit of mud on your numberplate, that could mean you don't pay for insurance as well)

pendulum

neilmcl wrote: »

Well I hope you are of the same opinion if you ever get hit by an uninsured driver.

Your logic engine has failed you.

[Deleted User]

property.advert wrote: »

Indicative of someone who doesn't take care of things and either doesn't or can't pay to have broken items rectified.


Yeah, I'd say such a person would have a lower possibility of having paid for insurance.

I've had both door mirror units completely broke (at separate times) by yobs. Car keyed 3 or 4 times. Huge dent in the front quarter from a hit and run while parked up.

Does that mean I don't pay my way because of all these that were not my fault?

bricksalad

Norman_Castle wrote: »

OP, what was the actual offence you were fined for ?.

Thanks for the advice. Will visit the station.

Driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence.

Arg

neilmcl wrote: »

I'm all for the zero tolerance approach. I'd imagine those commiting minor offences such as these are more likely to be the ones driving around without insurance, tax, driving licence etc.

Running around stealing peoples cars just increase the chance that people aren't going to bother with any of that or the condition of their car and it also makes the police look like bigger morons.

Sgt_Pepper_2

Any news yet?

bricksalad

Sgt_Pepper wrote: »

Any news yet?

I phoned the pound and they said they'll have a written summary of any damage that was already on the bike when it came in (no photographs are taken).

I went to the bike dealer and have a copy of the repair quote.

I went to the station and will arrange to speak with the officer later to discuss whether they saw anything whilst it was being lifted/transported.

I'll report back with any progress.

bricksalad

Update:

I've had a reply and they have agreed to pay for the damage.