Code 5403
Operated a vehicle towing another vehicle whilst the brakes of the towed vehicle did not comply with the provisions of regulation 155 while the towing vehicle was not connected to the towed vehicle by means of a tow or draw bar
- Statutory reference
- Reg. 330(d)
- Classification
- infringement
- Demerit points
- 0 No demerit points
Demerit point values are taken from Schedule 3, column 6 of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Regulations, 2026 (GN R.7646, Government Gazette 54922). This is an unofficial summary for convenience; verify code 5403 against your infringement notice and the official gazette.
Code 5403 (Reg. 330(d)) is an AARTO infringement: operated a vehicle towing another vehicle whilst the brakes of the towed vehicle did not comply with the provisions of regulation 155 while the towing vehicle was not connected to the towed vehicle by means of a tow or draw bar. It carries no demerit points, though the underlying fine or penalty may still apply.
What this means for your demerit total
Code 5403 carries no demerit points under Schedule 3. You may still face a fine or other penalty for the underlying conduct — demerit points are only one part of the AARTO framework. Use the calculator to model other charges that do carry points.
Classification: infringement. Category: Vehicle fitness and roadworthiness. Browse the full offence points table or read how demerit points work.
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