A BROKEN down vehicle is causing hour-long delays on a major Southampton commuter route.

The vehicle is stuck on the M271 sliproad off Redbridge Flyover and there are delays throughout Totton and the surrounding areas.

Cars are backed up past Ashurst and towards Lyndhurst on the A35 and hour-long delays are being reported.

Traffic is building on the A36 southbound from Calmore, the A336 eastbound from Netley Marsh, up Spicers Hill, and on the A326 in both directions.

Drivers are advised to check their routes before travelling.