Why do some people get pulled all the time, and others hardly ever? It is often all about attitude. We'd all like to be free to drive around, windows down, system full up, loud exhaust bellowing, sparks striking, tires squealing - but - nothing is a bigger to the boys in blue than any irresponsible driving like this. Rest assured, if your motor is anywhere near fully sorted, the coppers will find something they can nick you for, when they pull you over - it is a dead cert. Trying not to wind them up too much before this happens (and certainly not once you are stopped) will make for an easier life. There is showing off, and then there is taking the pee. Save it for the next cruise.
The worst thing from your point of view is that, once you have been stopped, it is down to that particular copper's judgment as to whether your car's illegal. If he/she is having a bad day anyway, smart-mouthing off is not gonna help your case at all. If you can persuade him/her that you are at least taking on board what's being said, you will be reported for an offense - while this does not mean you will end up being prosecuted for it, it is not good. Some defects (like worn tires) will result in which usually means you have to fix whatever deemed wrong, maybe get the car inspected, and present yourself with the proof at a police station, inside seven days, or face prosecution.
If you can manage to drive reasonably, sensibly when the law is about, and can ideally show that you have tried to keep your car legal when you get questioned, you stand a much better chance of enjoying your relationship with your modded beast. This guide is intended to help you steer clear of the more obvious things you could get pulled for. By reading it, you might even be able to have an informed, well-mannered discussions about things legal with the next officer of the law you meet at the side of the road.
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