Why MOT advisories are being ignored across Newcastle — and what it could cost you - video Dailymotion

MOT advisories in Newcastle are often ignored — but doing nothing could cost drivers more than they think.

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00:00In Newcastle and the wider Tyne and Weir area, MOT failures are above the national average,

00:06with some postcodes seeing fewer than half of vehicles passing first time.

00:11Local garages say advisories are being treated too lightly, especially for tyre wear, brake pads and rust.

00:18RAC data shows one in six drivers who ignore an advisory go on to break down or be involved in an accident.

00:24Tyne and Weir roads carry nearly one billion vehicle miles each year,

00:29meaning wear and tear builds fast.

00:32That's why mobile mechanics are now a more common sight in places like Gateshead, Sunderland and North Shields,

00:38helping drivers get repairs done without waiting weeks for a garage slot.

00:43Experts say if your MOT flags a problem, do not delay, fix it early,

00:48and you could avoid not just a fine, but a dangerous failure later on.

00:51A pass is not a green light to forget about faults.

00:54If your MOT gives you a heads up, ask yourself, what's the cost of doing nothing?