Bloody Tyre Shops

[carmanmemoranda]

I'd have no issue if the shop had failed them at test for being dangerous, I have an issue with them trying to claim it's dangerous and must be replaced immediately then the next day they state it meets the required safety standard.

They can be dangerous without failing an MOT

I'd of also accepted them saying they really should be replaced but we'll see if the test shows up any suspension issues at test tomorrow so you won't have to have 2 lots of wheel alignment done, that would be looking after the customers best interest but they didn't they wanted to scare someone into buying a pair of tyres that weren't immediately required

From the testers manual


The primary grooves of the tread pattern must be at least 1.6mm deep within the central three-quarters of the breadth of tread and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre (see diagram 1).

Either side of the central three-quarters of the tyre can be devoid of tread (‘bald’).



Anybody want to tell me that a tyre that fits the above criteria (pass) is safe and fit for use without advising the driver how bad it is ?

 

[evdamadiynot]

It used to be 1mm minimum.

 

[norseman]

It used to be 1mm minimum.

Think I'm right in saying that in Europe it's 3mm (?)

 

[robinbanks]

Sounds like the rear wheels may have been misaligned, did they mention the reason for the wear?

Turned out the reason for this on my Galaxy were two broken rear suspension springs

In some circumstances

In California, on smooth pavement that is roasting hot and hasn't seen rain for months

The UK however..

Think I'm right in saying that in Europe it's 3mm (?)

I read that some countries require deeper for winter tyres