超过310万辆英国汽车因轮胎而失灵,专家们敦促每年检查5年以上轮胎,并更换10年。 Over 3.1 million UK cars failed MOTs due to tyres, with experts urging annual checks for 5+ year old tyres and replacement at 10 years.

根据信息自由数据显示,从2023年7月到2024年7月,超过310万辆英国车辆因轮胎问题而未能通过MOT. Over 3.1 million UK vehicles failed MOTs due to tyre issues from July 2023 to July 2024, according to Freedom of Information data. 专家警告说,轮胎老化和橡胶状况——超越足足深度——往往被忽视,60%的司机仅在必要的情况下更换轮胎。 Experts warn that tyre age and rubber condition—beyond just tread depth—often go overlooked, with 60% of drivers replacing tyres only when necessary. 5岁以上的轮胎应每年接受检查,这10年或10年以上的轮胎应更换,不论胎面如何,即使它们看起来完好无损。 Tyres over five years old should be inspected annually, and those 10 years or older should be replaced regardless of tread, even if they appear intact. 车侧墙上的DOT代码揭示了制造日期,敦促司机检查裂缝、低压力和长期无活动,这会加速退化。 The DOT code on the sidewall reveals manufacturing date, and drivers are urged to check for cracks, low pressure, and prolonged inactivity, which can accelerate degradation. 定期的家居检查可以防止交通部的故障,并改进安全性。 Regular at-home checks can prevent MOT failures and improve safety.