He said at one point, he would only experience a couple of close-passes by car in a year, but this has increased to two or three per journey.
“As a cyclist, you’re always having to move out of the way and when a vehicle’s too close it can strike you,” he said.
“I’ve been hit several times – cars have actually hit me. When I was younger, I broke my leg and went to hospital.”
As a reflection of the growing problem, in 2017 West Midlands Police were sent 208 clips – this year they have already received more than 11,000.
Tim said all his videos had resulted in police action.
“Most often the penalty is an education course,” he said.
“I think that’s the most appropriate thing. Everyone has a chance to make a mistake and to learn.
“But, for a second offence it would be a fixed penalty notice, points on your licence and a fine.”
