MOT passed but still not safe? Cardiff drivers urged to act on warnings

In Cardiff, drivers are being urged to treat MOT advisories as serious red flags — not something to ignore.

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00:00In Cardiff and the South Wales region, MOT advisories are being ignored by thousands of drivers each year, despite clear risks.

00:12RAC research shows one in six drivers who do nothing after receiving an advisory end up breaking down or worse.

00:19In Cardiff alone, mechanics report that tyres, brakes and worn suspension parts are among the most common problems flagged during testing.

00:28Some drivers say they plan to wait until the next MOT before acting, but experts say that delay can be dangerous.

00:36In Wales last year, there were more than 3,000 road traffic collisions, including almost 100 people killed.

00:43With mobile servicing now available across South Wales, it is easier than ever to deal with problems before they escalate.

00:50So if you get an advisory, do not ignore it, say experts. Treat it as a warning, because it is.

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