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Tyre Repair

Repairing a tyre is not as straightforward as you first might think.

Tyre repairs are covered by a British Standard - BSAU159f:1990 - which splits repairs into two categories - minor repairs and major repairs. The British Standard also defines limits to the location, size and number of repairs that can be carried out and makes recommendations also on the repair materials to be used.

A tyre must always be checked thoroughly before it is repaired.

If the tyre displays any of the following, it should not be repaired;

Tyre repair checks
  1. Illegal tread depth (below 1.6mm across the central ¾ of the tyre tread throughout the entire circumference)

  2. Run flat damage - breakdown of the tyre's structural integrity

  3. Secondary damage - caused by the injuring object

  4. Ageing/deterioration of tyre rubber

  5. Bead damage

  6. Exposed cords

  7. Faulty/poor previous repairs

Inspection is vital - if you have any doubts about whether or not a tyre should be repaired, do not repair it.

We can provide a full inspection service to help determine whether your puncture can be repaired
or if you need a replacement tyres.

Call us now on 01489 896200 or email us to book an appointment.

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The Winchester Motorcycle Club
Bishop's Waltham Cricket Club
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance

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Monday - Friday:  8am to 5pm
Saturday:  8am to 12.30pm
Closed on Bank Holidays

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Areas within 10 miles of Bishop's Waltham.

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