A badly rusted rear brake line was found leaking on this vehicle, creating a serious safety risk. Learn why brake pipe corrosion is dangerous and how 1Stop Motor Shop in Newtownabbey fixed it.
This vehicle came into 1Stop Motor Shop in Belfast, Newtownabbey, where we discovered severe corrosion on one of the rear brake lines. The brake pipe had rusted through and started leaking brake fluid, making the vehicle unsafe to drive and high risk of brake failure.
This is not a minor issue — brake line corrosion is a serious safety fault.
Brake lines carry pressurised brake fluid from the master cylinder to the brakes at each wheel.
Deliver braking force to each wheel
Maintain consistent braking pressure
Allow the braking system to work evenly
If a brake line leaks, braking performance is immediately compromised.
On inspection, one of the rear brake pipes showed advanced corrosion.
Heavy rust along the brake line
Brake fluid leaking from the pipe
Reduced hydraulic pressure
High risk of sudden brake failure
Automatic MOT failure
Once brake lines reach this condition, replacement is the only safe option.
A corroded brake pipe can fail without warning.
Potential consequences include:
Sudden loss of braking on one or more wheels
Brake pedal dropping to the floor
Increased stopping distance
Complete brake system failure
This is why brake line corrosion is treated as an urgent safety repair.
If you’re driving around Belfast, Newtownabbey, Glengormley or Mallusk, watch for:
Brake warning light
Soft or spongy brake pedal
Visible fluid under the car
MOT advisory for brake pipe corrosion
Rust visible on brake lines
A ramp inspection is the safest way to confirm the condition.
We replaced the damaged rear brake line to restore full braking safety.
Identified leaking brake pipe
Removed corroded brake line
Fabricated and fitted new brake line
Secured and routed correctly
Bled braking system
Road tested for safety
The braking system is now fully sealed and operating correctly.
Brake system faults require experience and attention to detail.
Experienced brake diagnostics and repairs
Safety-first approach
No shortcuts on critical systems
Clear, honest explanations
Trusted local garage in Newtownabbey & Belfast
Our priority is keeping vehicles safe, legal, and reliable.
Brake line rust is often hidden until it leaks — and by then it’s dangerous. Get in contact for a free health check:
1Stop Motor Shop – Belfast & Newtownabbey, serving:
Mallusk, Glengormley, Jordanstown, Whiteabbey, Carnmoney, Mossley, Monkstown & Ballyrobert.
If your MOT mentions brake pipe corrosion, get it checked immediately.
