Convenient mobile tyre maintenance checks in London

1. Tread depth checks on every tyre

When you brake, tread blocks move water away and help the tyre grip the road surface. As tread wears, water has less space to clear and stopping distance grows, especially in wet weather.

UK law sets the minimum tread depth at 1.6 mm across the middle three quarters of the tyre. Safety groups advise changing tyres around 3 mm because tests show wet stopping distances get much longer as tread drops from 3 mm to the legal limit. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

On a mobile visit we use a tread depth gauge to measure several points across each tyre so we can flag any worn or uneven areas.

2. Tyre pressure checks and adjustments

Wrong tyre pressures hurt safety, fuel use and comfort. Under-inflated tyres flex more, build heat and can fail under load. Over-inflated tyres have a smaller contact patch, which reduces grip and makes the car feel nervous on rough or wet roads. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

We read the correct pressures from the sticker on your car or the handbook and then set each tyre to that level with a calibrated gauge.

3. Tyre condition and age check

Everyday driving can hide damage. Small cuts, cracks and bulges in the sidewall can grow into sudden failure at speed.

We look over each tyre for cuts, bulges, flat spots, exposed cords and signs of ageing. If we see anything that could lead to failure, we explain it and talk through repair or replacement options.

4. Slow leaks and wheel corrosion check

If one tyre keeps losing pressure, the cause is not always a puncture. Corrosion on the rim where the bead sits can let air escape slowly.

We check for signs of bead leaks and rim damage. If corrosion seems to be the cause, we can advise you on repair options at our workshop in Charlton.

If we find a puncture or a worn tyre during your check, we can often fit a replacement or carry out a safe puncture repair on the same visit, subject to British repair guidance.