According to the Highway Code, you should never sound your horn aggressively (oops) or while stationary. You should also not use it in a built-up area between the hours of 11.30pm and 7am unless absolutely necessary.

It is a common habit, but parking on pavements – or even grass verges, alleyways, and footpaths – is actually banned by most local authorities on almost all streets at all times, including at night and weekends.

It seems an innocent enough pastime – even beneficial for your health. But if you ride your bike on the pavement you could get stopped by the police while shedding the pounds

The Highway Code says that cyclists must have white front and red rear lights on their bikes at night. Bikes must also be fitted with a red rear reflector and, if manufactured after 1 October 1985, your bike must also have amber pedal reflectors.

It may not be pleasant but taking your dog out to do its business without cleaning it up afterwards can get you in foul mess. Councils hand out fines of $100 to anyone seen not clearing up after their dog. If you are prosecuted in court, you could even receive a fine of up to $1000

Each year police stop as many as two million motorists who have an out of date address on their driving licence. If this is you, you run the risk of a $1,000 fine if stopped by the police.

While eating or drinking while driving is not strictly illegal, drivers can land themselves in hot water if it results in failing to drive with due care and attention. The government advises against eating and drinking because it can cause distractions.

Taking the kids out of school for a cheaper holiday may seem like a good way to cut the costs of travelling. But if you do so without the head teacher’s permission the school can reported you to the education welfare officer who will take legal action. You could also be fined.

This messy habit could land you a fine of around $200. The government states that it is an offence to drop litter in a place the public has access to. That is to say, most public places.