Top Gear star handed driving ban after speeding in 20mph zone

A producer has been banned from driving for six months after he was spotted driving his Porsche 4mph above a 20mph limit. was handed the mandatory disqualification after racking up his fourth speeding conviction in three years.

On December 23, 2024, he was caught driving his grey Porsche Macan above the speed limit on The Avenue, racing through Clapham Common in south London. He was disqualified for six months after accumulating 12 points on his licence. Although he largely remained behind the camera, Andy was instrumental in helping to reboot the long-running TV show in 2002.

The 62-year-old then later launched on Amazon Prime Video with presenters , and .

Wilman, who now works in the Cotswolds on Jeremy's hit documentary series , had been convicted of driving offences four times previously.

The Lavender Hill Magistrates Court was told of his earlier offences, which occurred on January 5 2022, September 5 2023, and September 29, 2024.

As for his most recent ban, prosecutor Sarah Will said: "The very simple facts are that on December 23 at 9.08am a speed camera was triggered by a Porsche Macan on the A205 road, on The Avenue near Windmill Drive.

"This road was subject to a 20mph speed limit - the speed camera was triggered by the vehicle doing 24mph."

The Wandsworth resident admitted to the charges, to which Magistrate John Tomkins said: "We have heard facts from the prosecutor - because you've pleaded guilty to this offence a further three points has been added to your licence.

"As a starting point, the magistrates will have to disqualify you from driving for a minimum of six months.

When asked whether he wanted to provide evidence of "exceptional hardship" as a means to contest his disqualification, Wilman responded: "No, I couldn't claim that. I accept things as they are.

"20mph is a tough one, but you must have heard that many times - but yes, it is as it is, I have nothing to query or challenge."

He then confirmed his yearly income as £443,000 after tax and was ordered to pay £1,042, comprising a £666 fine, £266 surcharge, and £110 in costs.