TV speed king Guy Martin has been charged with having a fake driving licence.

The 37-year-old motorcycle legend, whose daring stunts have landed him a host of records, is accused of using a dodgy Irish licence to upgrade his UK one.

3 Racer Guy's TV credentials include Channel 4's Guy Martin: The World's Fastest Van? Credit: Nigel Bennett

3 Guy, who rode for Tyco BMW, during practice at the 2015 Ulster Grand Prix Credit: Pacemaker Press

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It is thought he wanted to add other driving categories, such as lorries.

When DVLA officials checked the Irish licence they discovered it was not genuine, it is alleged.

The charges relate to the period from December 2017 and May this year.

Petrolhead Guy pleaded not guilty when he appeared before JPs in Lincoln.

3 Guy trained with the Williams Martini Racing Formula One pit crew last year Credit: Handout

He elected for trial at crown court and was bailed until December 13.

The star lives in Barnetby, Lincs, with partner Sharon and their year-old daughter.

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He took up motorcycle racing as a teen and went on to compete in the Isle of Man TT races, Ulster Grand Prix races and British superbikes.

Last year he announced his retirement from motorcycle racing.

TV specials have seen him gain records for the fastest speed on a Wall of Death ride and in a soapbox racer.

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Engineering shows BBC1’s The Boat That Guy Built and Channel 4’s How Britain Worked have also been telly hits.

Guy Martin: The World's Fastest Van? was broadcast on Channel 4 earlier this month.

When not presenting he works as a lorry mechanic.

Guy and his representatives had not responded to The Sun’s requests for a comment last night.