TYRE CONDITION

• The reason for failure with respect to tyre wear is “The grooves of the tread pattern are not at least 1.6mm throughout a continuous band comprising the central three-quarters of the breadth of tread around the entire outer circumference of the tyre”
• Tyres on any axle must be matched with regard to type, size and structure
• Also general condition of tyres, condition of valves serious cuts, bulges or other damage.

WHEEL CONDITION

• Damage, distortion, cracks, distorted bead rim securely attached to vehicle, missing wheel nuts or studs.
• The security of any externally fitted spare wheel or spare wheel carrier.