Are nine-year-old tyres still safe?

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Are nine-year-old tyres still safe?

I have a Land Rover Discovery Sport HSE from new. It's now nearly 9 years old and it's only covered 8000 miles. It is still on the same set of tyres from new. Goodyear Wrangler HP. How long do tyres last? Should I think about replacing them before they perish? I intend keeping the car for a number of future years.

Asked on 6 August 2024 by Andrew Maccall

Answered by David Ross

The maximum recommend lifespan for a tyre is ten years, but if your vehicle has only covered 8,000 miles in this time then the tyres will have been stationary for long periods. Even if it was stored inside, tyres can go out of shape when left for extended periods and it is likely that the rubber will have deteriorated. We would recommend replacing all four tyres, particularly as you intend to keep the vehicle.

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