Originally Posted by BillyC

Just for the record, as it hasn't been mentioned.

"SP" points are valid for 3 years from "conviction", so in that 3 year period they count towards your total of 12 penalty points.

They cannot be removed from your licence until 4 years has passed.

Yes, if you want them specifically removed from your licence, then you will have to pay £19 to the DVLA. However, if you change address, they'll come off automatically I think.

Finally, chances are that your insurance company will want to know what points you've had over the past 5 years.

Other endorsements stay on your licence far longer - such as DD (Drink drive etc).