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50p tyre wear?
My 2011 A1 TDi recently had a service. I have been advised that the tyres are wearing like a 50 pence piece. What could be the reason for this?
Asked on 26 December 2013 by emmy
Answered by
Honest John
If it's the rear tyres, a problem with the brake pressure regulator not working properly, resulting in the rear brakes locking up very slightly.
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