Tyres age

XAlp · 10-26-2021, 05:41 AM

Hi
I recently bought a set of used OEM wheels in great condition with decent winter tyres and good tread from an eBay seller. He was a very decent chap helping with some extra things.
Yesterday I went to a tyre shop and on inspection the chap pointed out the tyre codes which indicate they are from 2009 / 2010. And said they recommend 5 years as normal life so wouldn’t swap them over.
So, what to do next?
Back to the seller and complain (but I didn’t ask tyre age with hindsight) or carry on using them? There’s no obvious perishing or cracking but the tyre chap has created second thoughts…. hadn’t budgeted for a new set!

xenon · 10-26-2021, 05:47 AM

I don't think you've any recourse with the seller. I wouldn't be keen on 12yo tyres though - a new budget set would be a better bet IMO.

D69GMB · 10-26-2021, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by XAlp

Hi
I recently bought a set of used OEM wheels in great condition with decent winter tyres and good tread from an eBay seller. He was a very decent chap helping with some extra things.
Yesterday I went to a tyre shop and on inspection the chap pointed out the tyre codes which indicate they are from 2009 / 2010. And said they recommend 5 years as normal life so wouldn’t swap them over.
So, what to do next?
Back to the seller and complain (but I didn’t ask tyre age with hindsight) or carry on using them? There’s no obvious perishing or cracking but the tyre chap has created second thoughts…. hadn’t budgeted for a new set!

As long as they are not cracked or bulging I would try them and see what they are like. Don’t think they are suddenly going to disintegrate and fling you off the road.

Alscoob · 10-26-2021, 06:34 AM

Tyre compund will degenerate / become harder as they get older. It's the only thing between you and the road, while tyre age is not mandatory for cars advice is 6 years, but depending on how stored / used....don't gamble with it.

https://www.uniroyal-tyres.com/car/t...rage-tyre-life

Grant_7 · 10-26-2021, 06:38 AM

This is a big topic in the Caterham world.

5 years is the accepted maximum age. After that the compound tend to age harden quite significantly, which shows itself as less grip, especially in the wet.

My road tyres on my Seven are 5 years old now, and knowing that I'm going to be changing them this winter, I've literally not been for a blat in the Caterham without stopping off to do a few doughnuts.

MrManor · 10-26-2021, 06:48 AM

I wouldn’t from an appearance and reputation point of view, it’s like wearing old trainers.

Imagine what people would think….

Armaan · 10-26-2021, 07:04 AM

Example below but I've read on a few sites that most brands say 10 years:

https://amp.protyre.co.uk/car-help-a...w-mileage-cars

One of my tyres is marked 2015, so I'm monitoring it closely.

Armaan

Alscoob · 10-26-2021, 09:02 AM

My front winter tyres are now 5 years old still have 4mm tread and the compound is as hard as normal summer tyres. Rears by comparison (same make) were new last year and there is a marked difference in the softness of the compound.

un1eash · 10-26-2021, 09:46 AM

When I sold my Elise the tyres were 10 years old and my mechanic always said I needed to drive it harder as the compound was hardening. 4 years later and I saw it was up for sale with the same old tyres still on it, AD07 LTS.

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XAlp Major 483 Rep 1,352 Posts Drives: Volvo XC90 T6 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Cambridge iTrader: (0)	Tyres age Hi I recently bought a set of used OEM wheels in great condition with decent winter tyres and good tread from an eBay seller. He was a very decent chap helping with some extra things. Yesterday I went to a tyre shop and on inspection the chap pointed out the tyre codes which indicate they are from 2009 / 2010. And said they recommend 5 years as normal life so wouldn’t swap them over. So, what to do next? Back to the seller and complain (but I didn’t ask tyre age with hindsight) or carry on using them? There’s no obvious perishing or cracking but the tyre chap has created second thoughts…. hadn’t budgeted for a new set! __________________ Previously: 2007 Alpina D3 Saloon, 2010 Alpina D3 Biturbo Saloon, 2014 335d XDrive M Sport+ Touring. Now: 2018 Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription Pro 2003 Honda S2000
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xenon Major General 1394 Rep 8,081 Posts Drives: 2021 G21 330i M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Coventry iTrader: (0)	I don't think you've any recourse with the seller. I wouldn't be keen on 12yo tyres though - a new budget set would be a better bet IMO. __________________ Ian Current: 2021 G21 330i M-Sport Previous: 2018 A6 Avant S-Line MMI+, 2014 F31 320d M-Sport, 2013 F10 520d M-Sport, 2011 F10 530d M-Sport, 2008 320i M-Sport Coupe, 2002 325i, 2001 318i valvetronic, 1998 318i, 1996 525i, 1990 Porsche 944S2
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Alscoob Brigadier General 2104 Rep 3,050 Posts Drives: G31 540i M Sport Edition Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Tyre compund will degenerate / become harder as they get older. It's the only thing between you and the road, while tyre age is not mandatory for cars advice is 6 years, but depending on how stored / used....don't gamble with it. https://www.uniroyal-tyres.com/car/t...rage-tyre-life
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Grant_7 Lieutenant Colonel 2021 Rep 1,926 Posts Drives: Caterham 420R. Tesla Model 3 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Warwickshire iTrader: (0)	This is a big topic in the Caterham world. 5 years is the accepted maximum age. After that the compound tend to age harden quite significantly, which shows itself as less grip, especially in the wet. My road tyres on my Seven are 5 years old now, and knowing that I'm going to be changing them this winter, I've literally not been for a blat in the Caterham without stopping off to do a few doughnuts. Attached Images __________________ F31 340i \| GS with CR & Ash Grain Trim \| M Sport+ Pack \| Prof Media Plus Pack \| Interior Comfort Pack \| Leather Dash \| Folding Mirrors \| Pano Roof \| Elec Mem Seats with Lumbar \| Adaptive Suspension \| Comfort Access \| Reverse Cam \| Surround View \| SLD \| Rear Sunblinds \| Folding Headrests \| Model Designation Delete \| Trim Designation Delete \| MPPSK
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MrManor Captain 537 Rep 612 Posts Drives: Fiat Stilo estate mapped Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: North West UK iTrader: (0)	I wouldn’t from an appearance and reputation point of view, it’s like wearing old trainers. Imagine what people would think….
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Armaan Major 715 Rep 1,158 Posts Drives: F30 320i Sport Remapped Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Birmingham iTrader: (0)	Example below but I've read on a few sites that most brands say 10 years: https://amp.protyre.co.uk/car-help-a...w-mileage-cars One of my tyres is marked 2015, so I'm monitoring it closely. Armaan
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Alscoob Brigadier General 2104 Rep 3,050 Posts Drives: G31 540i M Sport Edition Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	My front winter tyres are now 5 years old still have 4mm tread and the compound is as hard as normal summer tyres. Rears by comparison (same make) were new last year and there is a marked difference in the softness of the compound.
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un1eash Captain 500 Rep 969 Posts Drives: M235i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Midlands, UK iTrader: (0)	When I sold my Elise the tyres were 10 years old and my mechanic always said I needed to drive it harder as the compound was hardening. 4 years later and I saw it was up for sale with the same old tyres still on it, AD07 LTS.
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