Nope not illegal at all parking in someone elses space. At worst its a civil offence. And even then a civil court (small claims) could only enforce repayment of any out of pocket expenses.
I'm posting this as a potential educational resource.
It's 2016 not 1916 If you want to use the same road as vehicles that contain numerous safety devices which have been developed over decades buy a car, they are safer.
Love it at the end where he rides off illegally along the pavement.
Before the cycle brigade get on their soap boxes I appreciate he has been in an accident but does that give him the right to break the law?
Another example of why cyclists should have insurance if they plan to use the road, if that car gets damaged and the cyclist rides off, who pays??
It was a safe overtake, if the oncoming car did brake it was an over-reaction .......... just like yours.