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Over 572,000 offenders were in their 40s while data showed over 568,000 drivers in their 50s with points on their licence.
The highest single age with the greatest number of people with penalty points was 49 with over 63,000 offenders.
However, additional findings from the Freedom of Information report found there were up to 8,800 people still on the road despite having more than 12 penalty points.
The highest number of points currently held by one individual was a massive 68, over 50 points higher than the disqualification limit.
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But drivers may avoid bans if being unable to drive could cause them “exceptional hardship”.
This may include the loss of a career, potential homelessness or for those who are the sole carer for someone with severe health issues.