Teesside drivers warned to take MOT advisories seriously as faults go unfixed

Teesside garages say MOT warnings are going unaddressed, putting drivers at risk on local roads.

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00:00Across Teesside, including Middlesbrough, Stockton and Hartlepool, roads are under

00:06strain with councils tackling over two million potholes last year alone. That's part of a

00:12nationwide backlog now exceeding 16 billion pounds. Poor surfaces contribute to advisory

00:18flags at MOTs. Telltale signs such as weak suspension or low tyre tread are among the

00:24most common. RAC data confirms one in six drivers who ignore advisories suffer a breakdown or crash.

00:32With local drivers reporting that pothole-related breakdowns have jumped by nearly a quarter this

00:36spring, Mobile Servicing is providing a vital service in Teesside. Experts say taking action

00:42early on advisories not only helps avoid hefty repair bills but can also prevent fines, insurance issues

00:49and dangerous roadside failures. The message is simple. If your MOT raises a flag,

00:54deal with it now before the road or weather does it for you.