UK drivers warned over often overlooked MOT advisory
Issues relating to brakes are a common thing flagged by garages during MOT inspections, but despite how important they are, many tend to ignore these if their vehicle does not fail.
Brake advisories are ignored by many drivers (Image: Getty Images) Speaking with The Sun, Head of Digital Content at Auto Express, Steve Walker, said: "Ignoring MOT advisories on brakes is a serious risk that too many drivers take lightly."
"If left unchecked - as 15% of drivers admit they do - these minor issues can quickly escalate into major, costly repairs.
"Worse still, if a fault causes an accident and it's found you ignored a brake advisory, you could face significant financial liabilities - and potentially legal consequences."
Around 16% of advisories given to drivers are brake-related, with 30% of these being categorised as "dangerous."
According to the RAC, advisories are notes put on a passed MOT certificate to indicate potential problems in the future.
However, you are legally allowed to drive the car without addressing them at that time.
The organisation states: "Sometimes when you pass your annual MOT, you will be given a list of small or potential problems that should be looked at as soon as possible. However, you can legally drive without addressing them – these are advisories.
"The UK has one of the world's most extensive vehicle safety tests, and there are many ways in which you can fail an MOT. Advisories are defects that do not constitute a failed MOT."
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Daily Mirror
3 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
Brits offered £3,750 to switchover to EVs but experts warn of huge catch
UK drivers are being offered generous grants worth almost £4,000 as the government unveils its latest investment to make electric vehicles (EVs) more affordable. However, many models won't be eligible Brits could get thousands knocked off the price of a new car if they switch over to an electric vehicle (EV) thanks to a major new investment. In an effort to encourage drivers to make the switchover from internal combustion engine (ICE) to electric vehicles (EVs), the government is offering grants cutting the cost of selected models by up to £3,750. However, insiders have highlighted a significant shortcoming with the scheme. The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced a new £650 million grant, which is available for three years and applies to any eligible model with a price tag of up to £37,000 — the most sustainably produced and environmentally friendly models qualify for the largest reductions — with the aim of making EVs more affordable for the average British household. Manufacturers can now apply for this grant, and once their models are approved, buyers will see the discounted price directly at dealerships. According to the RAC, these discounted vehicles are expected to be available 'within weeks'. The scheme is part of the government's wider efforts to increase EV uptake, helping the UK meet environmental targets and close in on its goal of banning the sale of new ICE cars by 2030. However, this incentive has prompted mixed reactions from the automotive industry — particularly in terms of its accessibility and effectiveness for ordinary buyers. An expert at Auto Express welcomed the introduction of support for consumers transitioning to EVs, but expressed several concerns regarding the scheme's reach. In a statement sent to the Mirror, Head of digital content at the automotive publication, Steve Walker, said: "EV registrations have been growing steadily and are up nearly 35 per cent year on year. But there are two problems. "First, the rate of uptake still falls below the levels required by the government's ZEV mandate targets for manufacturers. Second, most of these new registrations are being driven by the fleet sector. "It's no coincidence that while businesses and company car users have strong tax incentives to purchase and run EVs, the private buyer has had nothing, not since the old plug-in car grant expired in 2022. Therefore, the prospect of new government assistance to help ordinary families afford a new EV and access the running costs savings that an electric car can bring, will be welcomed across the industry." The ace went on to argue that while any incentive is 'good news', it does not address some of the main barriers to EV uptake. He cited how around 70 per cent of new EVs cost more than £40,000, yet the new grant of up to £3,750 is only available at the point of sale for cars priced at or under £37,000, meaning most models won't qualify. He went on to add that, since April this year, owners of EVs costing £40,000 or more have to pay an additional £410 a year in road tax for five years — a total extra cost of £2,050 — which Auto Express has asked the government to reconsider. While Steve said the new grant is a 'welcome boost', he stressed that it's not enough on its own, arguing that to really speed up private EV adoption, the government must drop the luxury car tax for EVs and improve access to charging points, especially for people without home charging. Responding to the criticism, a Department for Transport spokesperson told the Mirror: "The price cap ensures the Electric Car Grant targets the more affordable end of the market, ensuring funding can reach as many people as possible, rather than spending taxpayer's money subsidising luxury cars. The grant is in addition to the £63 million announced this week to support charging infrastructure, making it cheaper and easier for families, businesses and the public sector to make the switch."
The Sun
13 hours ago
- The Sun
Saudi's ‘Sleeping Prince' royal who spent 20 YEARS in a coma after horror London car crash dies aged 36
SAUDI Arabia's "Sleeping Prince" royal who spent 20 years in a coma after a car accident in London has died. Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud tragically passed on Saturday aged 36. His heartbroken dad Prince Khaled bin Talal bin Abdulaziz confirmed his passing on social media. He wrote on X: "With hearts believing in Allah's will and decree, and with deep sorrow and sadness, we mourn our beloved son: Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, may Allah have mercy on him, who passed away today." Prince Al-Waleed suffered a brain haemorrhage in 2005 after a car accident while studying at a military college in London. After the accident, he was hospitalised at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh where he remained in a coma. The Prince was kept on a ventilator under continuous medical supervision. is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Inside Dua Lipa's one-off 184mph Porsche 911 GT3 RS with special paint job that's set to raise £100,000s for charity
Read on to find out why Dua has swapped showbiz pages for The Sun's Motors section DUA BEEPA! Inside Dua Lipa's one-off 184mph Porsche 911 GT3 RS with special paint job that's set to raise £100,000s for charity Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) YOU'D normally see Dua Lipa doing Dua Lipa things on the front page or Bizarre. Not here on Motors. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Dua Lipa with the personalised Rennstall Racing Porsche 911 GT3 RS at the Goodwood Festival of Speed Credit: Philipp Reinhard 4 Dua designed a special swirly paint job for the 184mph Porsche Credit: PA 4 The star was blasted up Goodwood's famous hillclimb in it, in front of 100,000 fans - and the GT3 RS is being auctioned in aid of her Sunny Hill Foundation Credit: Supplied But we bagsied these pictures because the singer has designed her own car. It's a 184mph Porsche 911 GT3 RS with a special swirly paint job and 'Dua Lipa RENNSTALL' (racing team) printed on the doors. Looks tidy. Dua unveiled the one-of-a-kind motor at May's Monaco F1 GP. Now she's been blasted up Goodwood's famous hillclimb in it, in front of 100,000 fans. How much was the insurance for that high-speed run, you reckon? More than a lot. Dua said: 'I love speed. Adrenalin all the way. I'm very, very lucky to have been driven in two very iconic places. I'm very, very lucky to have been driven in two very iconic places. Monaco F1. That was surreal. The whole experience was insane. Then the Goodwood hillclimb, which just blew me away. 'Monaco F1. That was surreal. The whole experience was insane. "Then the Goodwood hillclimb, which just blew me away. Very, very exciting. 'I feel very lucky to get to work with the Porsche team and to create something that feels really unique and fun and to bring it down here to Goodwood.' Chinese car brand to rival Tesla with more affordable EV makes Goodwood debut The Training Season singer has previously written, directed and starred in adverts for Porsche's electric Macan. She said: 'They have allowed me to express my creativity. 'Things that I guess I didn't really expect anyone to let me do. They were like 'Yeah, go for it, just have fun and enjoy'. Charity auction 'I think that's really the core values of the brand — being creative, living life on the edge a little bit, and just having fun. 'So that's what we are here to do — and we're having a good time doing it.' Dua's unique GT3 RS will be auctioned by Sotheby's in aid of her Sunny Hill Foundation, supporting Kosovan culture and arts. The regular car costs £193k. So double that. And double it again probably. Other familiar faces pitching up at the always-brilliant Festival of Speed included Olympic swim king Adam Peaty, who went up the hill in a Ferrari 12Cilindri. He said: 'Fully got my guts inside out. So much respect for the drivers.' Colin McRae's daughter Hollie jumped in her dad's Subaru Impreza 555, the car he steered to world rally championship glory 30 years ago in 1995. Nigel Mansell was one of seven F1 world champions in the house. NEXT year's Goodwood Festival of Speed runs from July 9-12. Book the time off work now.
