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Perry Richardson

‘HORRENDOUS CLUNK’: Watch DVSA find faulty taxi suspension before potential disaster


Image credit: DVSA Enforcement

A taxi with a dangerously faulty suspension system has been removed from service after being stopped by DVSA Enforcement. The issue, described as a “horrendous clunk” by officials, was traced to a defective suspension ball joint.


The defect, if left unchecked, could have caused a catastrophic failure of both the suspension and steering systems. According to a DVSA Enforcement spokesperson, the vehicle was prohibited from further use until repairs are completed.

The DVSA released a video demonstrating the fault to highlight the risks associated with poor vehicle maintenance. This incident serves as a stark reminder for operators to prioritise regular inspections to ensure passenger safety.


Further updates are expected once the repair status is confirmed.

A DVSA Enforcement spokesperson said on 23 December: “There was no sound of jingle bells from this taxi! Just a horrendous ‘clunk’ from the suspension ball joint.


“Fortunately stopped before joint separation, which would have led to catastrophic suspension & steering failure!


“Prohibited from use until repaired.”



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