Maintenance

• What is the maximum age of tyres that can be used on front axles of certain vehicles?

  10 years
• Which goods vehicles are restricted from using tyres over 10 years old on front axles?

  Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes gross weight
• What type of passenger vehicles cannot use tyres over 10 years old on front axles?

  Vehicles with more than 8 passenger seats
• Under what condition can tyres over 10 years old be used on rear axles of certain passenger vehicles?

  If equipped with twin wheels
• What must always be legible to prove the age of a tyre?

  Date of tyre manufacture marking
• Which vehicles are exempt from tyre roadworthiness regulations?

  Vehicles of historical interest not used commercially
• What should you do if a tyre bursts while driving?

  Keep control and roll to a stop
• When should you change a flat tyre?

  Only if it is safe to do so
• How often should tyre pressures be checked?

  Weekly
• When should tyre pressures be checked for accurate readings?

  When tyres are cold
• What can under-inflated or over-inflated tyres adversely affect?

  Brakes and steering
• What may cause excessive or uneven tyre wear?

  Faults in braking or suspension systems
• How often should fluid levels in a vehicle be checked?

  At least weekly
• What can low brake fluid result in?

  Brake failure and a crash
• What should you ensure is well maintained before winter?

  The battery
• What should be in the radiator and windscreen bottle before winter?

  Appropriate anti-freeze agents
• What does it indicate if a vehicle pulls to one side when braking?

  It is likely a brake fault
• What should you do if your vehicle continues to bounce after pushing down on it?

  Consult a garage for worn shock absorbers
• What should you do if you smell burning rubber or petrol?

  Investigate immediately
• What should you do if your engine overheats?

  Wait until it cools before adding coolant
• What is the most common cooling method for engines?

  Water-cooled
• When can you remove the coolant filler cap?

  Only after the engine has cooled