Part-worn tyres · Camden NW1

Part-worn tyres in Camden

Part-worn tyres are used tyres with legal tread still left, sold as a cheaper alternative to new. At Camden Tyres Services on Royal College Street we keep part-worn tyres in a range of common sizes and fit them while you wait. Call 020 7485 4067 with your tyre size to check stock and price.

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Stack of used car tyres outside a tyre garage

What is a part-worn tyre?

A part-worn tyre is a tyre that has been used before but still has usable tread. In the UK it can only be sold if it meets the Motor Vehicle Tyres (Safety) Regulations 1994: at least 2mm of tread across its full width and all the way round, no cuts, lumps, bulges or exposed cord, and a permanent PART-WORN mark on the sidewall.

Minimum tread a part-worn tyre must have when sold: 2mmMinimum tread a part-worn tyre must have when sold
Minimum height of the PART-WORN lettering on the sidewall: 4mmMinimum height of the PART-WORN lettering on the sidewall
UK legal minimum tread depth for a car tyre in use: 1.6mmUK legal minimum tread depth for a car tyre in use

Why choose us

What you get

Costs less than new
A good used tyre gets you back on the road legally for much less than a brand-new one.
Fitted the same day
We keep common sizes in stock, so most part-worn jobs are done while you wait.
Checked before it goes on
We look over every tyre for tread, cuts, bulges and age before fitting. Ask to see the tread depth - we're happy to show you.
Straight advice
If a used tyre isn't right for your car or the miles you do, we'll say so and quote you a new one instead.

The process

How part-worn tyres works

Step 1: Tell us your size
It's on the tyre sidewall, e.g. 205/55 R16. Call, WhatsApp or book online and we'll check what we have.
Step 2: Drive in
Come to 166 Royal College St, NW1 0SP. We'll show you the tyre before anything is fitted.
Step 3: Fit and balance
We take the old tyre off, fit the part-worn one, balance the wheel and set the pressure.
Step 4: Pay and go
Pay by card or contactless and drive away. Most jobs are done while you wait.

FAQs

Part-worn tyres: your questions answered

Can't see your question? Call 020 7485 4067 or see all our tyre FAQs.

Are part-worn tyres legal in the UK?

Yes. Part-worn tyres are legal to sell and use in the UK as long as they meet the Motor Vehicle Tyres (Safety) Regulations 1994. That means at least 2mm of tread across the whole tyre, no structural damage such as cuts, lumps or bulges, and a permanent PART-WORN mark on the sidewall in letters at least 4mm high.

Are part-worn tyres safe?

A part-worn tyre that meets the legal standard and has been properly checked is safe for everyday driving. The things that matter are tread depth, the condition of the sidewalls and the age of the tyre. We check all three before fitting. If you do a lot of motorway miles, we may suggest a new tyre instead.

How long will a part-worn tyre last?

It depends on how much tread is left, the size of the tyre and how and where you drive. A part-worn tyre has less tread than a new one, so it won't last as long, but it costs less. Ask us when you come in - we'll tell you roughly what to expect from the tyre in front of you.

Can I mix a part-worn tyre with new tyres?

Yes, but tyres on the same axle must be the same size and type, and ideally have similar tread. If one of your front tyres is nearly new and the other is worn, we'll talk you through the safest option, which can mean replacing both tyres on that axle.

Other services

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New tyres
New car tyres supplied and fitted in Camden. Tell us your size and we'll give you a straight price.
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Puncture repairs
Nail in the tyre or a slow leak? We find it, check it can be repaired safely and fix it while you wait.
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Tyre fitting & balancing
Old tyre off, new or part-worn tyre on, wheel balanced and pressure set. While you wait, seven days a week.