Service

Free Tyre Safety Check

A no-cost, no-obligation tyre inspection at the shop. Tread, sidewall, pressure, wear pattern and age — all checked and explained.

Time
10–15 min
From
Free
  • Tread depth on all four tyres
  • Sidewall and bead inspection
  • DOT age reading + wear pattern analysis
How this service works

The free tyre safety check process — step by step

Full transparency on exactly what happens from the moment you get in touch to the moment we hand back the keys.

  1. 1

    Drop in

    No booking needed — pop in any time we're open.

  2. 2

    Tread & pressure

    Digital tread gauge on all four (spare included on request), pressures set to placard.

  3. 3

    Sidewall inspection

    Bulges, cuts, cracks and dry rot pointed out if found.

  4. 4

    Wear pattern analysis

    We tell you if uneven wear points to alignment, balance or suspension issues.

  5. 5

    Honest advice

    Straight talk on what needs replacing now and what can wait — no pressure to buy.

Ready to book this service?
Call or book online — no upfront payment.

Looking for free tyre safety check in London? Catford Tyres offers fully in-shop free tyre safety check across every SE, BR and DA postcode — 7 days a week, with same-day and 7 days emergency slots. Whether it's free tyre safety check at your home, at work, or in-shop, our fitters carry the tools, sensors and top tyre brands (Michelin, Continental, Pirelli, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Falken) to finish the job on the spot. No workshop trip, no waiting room, no upfront payment.

Full detail

Everything included with your free tyre safety check

No hidden extras, no vague pricing. Here's exactly what you get, what we bring, what to have ready and what happens afterwards.

What's included
  • Digital tread-depth reading on all four tyres
  • Sidewall and bead inspection
  • DOT age check (tyres over 6 years flagged)
  • Wear-pattern analysis (points to alignment or suspension issues)
  • Honest walkaround explanation — no pressure to buy
Tools & parts we bring
  • Digital tread-depth gauge
  • Torch and inspection mirror for sidewall checks
What to have ready
  • 10–15 minutes to wait at the shop
  • Locking wheel-nut key (only needed if we spot a deeper problem)
When to call us
  • MOT due and you want to catch tyre issues in advance
  • Bought a used car and want an honest condition report
  • Long trip planned and you want peace of mind
Why this matters

Three penalty points and a £2,500 fine per illegal tyre — and that's before the safety implications. A five-minute check catches problems before an MOT tester or a police officer does.

Aftercare & warranty
  • If any tyre is flagged we'll quote for replacement — no obligation and no pressure
Common questions about free tyre safety check
Is it really free?+

Yes — we hope you'll use us if the tyres do need replacing, but there is genuinely no charge for the check itself.

Frequently asked

Both work. Walk-ins are welcome for punctures, pressure checks and safety checks. For a new set of tyres, alignment or a service we recommend booking so we can have the right tyres ready when you arrive.