A LLANDYSUL motorist caught without insurance near Cardigan has been hit with a fine and costs of more than £800.

Martin Lord, of Plwmp, Llandysul, was found guilty in his absence under the single justice procedure at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court of driving a Peugeot Partner on the A487 at Blaenporth on October 21 last year.

The 63-year-old was fined £660, along with £85 costs and a £66 victim surcharge. Six penalty points were also added to his driving licence.