Published: 19.02.2026
The Problem: This Nissan NV200 van came in for a routine MOT. The owner hadn’t had it long and just wanted peace of mind that everything was in order. During the test, though, we spotted something worrying – all four tyres were over 20 years old and in poor condition. They were actually older than the van itself.
Tyres degrade with age, even if they still have tread. The rubber hardens, cracks, and loses grip, especially in wet conditions. It’s likely a previous owner had part-worn tyres fitted without realising how old they were.
Our Diagnosis: The tyres were unsafe and failed the MOT. While checking the rest of the vehicle, we also found a faulty rear lamp, worn front brake pads and discs, and a sticking front brake caliper. None of these are unusual on a working van, but together they made the vehicle unsafe to be on the road.
The Fix: We fitted four brand new tyres, replaced the rear lamp unit, and renewed the front brake pads and discs. We also replaced the front brake caliper to ensure the brakes were working evenly and safely.
Once everything was done, the van passed its MOT and was back on the road in a safe, reliable condition, and the customer left knowing exactly what had been done and why.