Part IIIConstruction and Use of Vehicles and Equipment

Using vehicle in dangerous condition

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A person is guilty of an offence if he uses, or causes or permits another to use, a motor vehicle or trailer on a road when—

a

the condition of the motor vehicle or trailer, or of its accessories or equipment; or

b

the purpose for which it is used; or

c

the number of passengers carried by it, or the manner in which they are carried; or

d

the weight, position or distribution of its load, or the manner in which it is secured,

is such that the use of the motor vehicle or trailer involves a danger of injury to any person.