Question Category: Technical matters with a bearing on road safety

If the brake pedal of a vehicle feels soft or spongy when applied, what does this mean?

Explanation

"If the brake pedal feels soft or spongy when pressed, it could indicate that the brake fluid level is low and there is a fault in the system. Each time a driver sets out on a journey, they should test the brakes. If a fault is detected, have it checked by a competent person. Drivers should check brake fluid levels regularly."