Can I drive for Bolt with points on my PCO licence?
Bolt allows drivers to stay on the platform with a small number of penalty points, but too many will lead to account deactivation.
Last checked 25/10/2026.
You can drive for Bolt with a small number of penalty points on your licence, but your account will be suspended if you exceed their limit. Private hire licensing rules set by local authorities and Bolt safety policies mean there is a strict ceiling on acceptable motoring offences.
Bolt typically reviews driver documents automatically. If you pick up new endorsements on your DVLA licence, you must update your profile straight away. Failing to declare points can result in immediate deactivation.
Exact thresholds for how many minor points are allowed can change based on internal safety guidelines and the nature of the offence. Speeding points carry less risk than disqualifications or driving without insurance, but accumulating multiple offences will trigger a review.
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