Tyre age?

[Greg Crisp]

If a tyre has been looked after and has 5mm tread, would it be considered old at 4years? Just had a guy offer 3rd of what im after cause of being 4years?
Any thoughts on this?

 

[Mark]

Rubber does deteriorate (sp?) over the years.

Check for cracks (even the smallest), as they have been exposed to the elements.

 

[Tommy K]

As above, I've got a 40yr old tractor with original tyres on, still in tact. Plus look at how many 4yr old cars there are with low millage, their tyres don't need changing

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[Buzz]

They do age and deteriorate, but 4 years with low miles aint so bad. Just serviced my grans ford ka which has done 16k and is still on all 4 original tyres. The point to note tho is that its a 53 plate!

Buzz
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