Motor Vehicles: Tyres
Lords · Question HL90 · Tabled 14 May 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 27 May 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Bradshaw
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the importance for road safety of encouraging road users to select tyres carefully and fit them correctly, and to pay special attention to maintaining the rear axle of vehicles.
Answer
Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 27 May 2026
Maintaining tyres in good condition and ensuring they are appropriate for the vehicle, including across the same axle, is important for road safety. The MOT test includes checks to ensure that tyres are in a safe condition, are suitable for the vehicle, a...