FAQs

It can. If a pothole has damaged suspension, steering or tyres, these issues could result in an MOT advisory or even a failure, depending on their severity. Having your vehicle checked after a significant impact can help identify problems before your next MOT.

Yes. A pothole can bend or crack an alloy wheel even if the tyre doesn’t lose pressure. In some cases, the damage isn’t immediately obvious but may cause vibrations, slow air leaks or difficulty balancing the wheel later. If you’ve hit a deep pothole, it’s worth having both the tyre and wheel inspected.

You can’t always avoid potholes, but keeping your tyres inflated to the manufacturer’s recommended pressures, maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle in front and reducing speed on poorly maintained roads can all help lessen the impact. Avoid braking heavily at the exact moment you hit a pothole, as this can increase the force transferred through the suspension.

Cheap tyres are not always a good buy and that includes part-worn tyres which offer a false economy and here some of the main reasons why:

• Compromised Safety: With their previous usage, part-worn tyres might not provide the same level of grip as new tyres, particularly in adverse weather conditions.
• Limited Lifespan: Part-worn tyres have a significantly reduced lifespan. You may end up changing tyres more frequently, ultimately costing you more in the long run.
• Hidden Damage: Part-worn tyres could potentially harbour internal damage that isn’t visible, which may result in sudden tyre failure.

No, Elite Garages does not stock or sell part-worn tyres since they are secondhand tyres that may not be as safe as they should be. To ensure your safety, and that of other road users, Elite Garages has consciously chosen to only stock and sell new, high-quality tyres, sourced from reputable manufacturers.

Yes, while part-worn tyres are generally cheaper than new tyres, they can offer a false economy as many are sold with low tread depths. This mean that the cost per millimetre of tread is more expensive than new tyres. If your budget is tight, consider buying economy tyres but stay away from part-worn tyres if possible.

Yes, you can still buy part-worn tyres in the UK but they must meet certain legal requirements before they can be sold. For instance, they must be free of certain types of damage and must have a minimum tread depth of 2mm across the entire breadth and outer circumference of the tread and tyre. Always ensure you buy from a reputable seller to guarantee safety and compliance with the law.