Driving Licence and Naturalisation

My friend is due to apply for naturalisation begining of September. Now recently he passed the driving test and started driving. Two weeks ago he unfortunately drove on the wrong side of a roundabout and was involved in a car accident. the police was involved and they told him that they will inform the court and he needs to attend the court after she receives summon from the court. He is now waiting for the court summons. He is living in this country for more than 10yrs, highly qualified,works full-time and has never been involved with police and has always been a law-abiding resident.

Now when he applies for naturalisation would this be considered as a minor offence? I have read the ukba guidance notes. Not sure. Also, if in the meantime he does not receive the summon before he applies, could he apply for naturalisation explaining the situation.

What do you all suggest?

Duplicate post .... carry on discussion here.