Returning a lease car - tyres

osbourne one-nil · Jun 16th, 2018, 09:22

I'm returning my leased XC60 in the next few weeks and have read the terms and conditions about tyres - the ones on mine have a min of 3mm tread across the rear (which is pretty good as they've done nearly 65000 miles) and a min of 5mm across the front. Last time it was in for a service the dealer commented on uneven tyre wear, but I can't see evidence of this. Does anyone know how fussy lease companies are on tyres? Will "legal" do? I'd obviously prefer not to have to fork out several hundred pounds on replacing them.

They're Nokian Weatherproof btw - I can't think that that would cause an issue would it? I think their ratings for economy and noise at least match those of the Pirellis it came with.

Bonefishblues · Jun 16th, 2018, 11:42

Legal would be good, and yours is on both counts.

AndyJudge · Jun 16th, 2018, 13:05

Yep I'd say they just need to be legal so you're all good.

I guess the dealer swapped fronts to rears at the last service hence the mismatch, maybe on a previous service they didn't get swapped round & this has caused the slight unevenness in the wear rates.

Baxlin · Jun 16th, 2018, 18:40

Will the lease company do a "week before collection" inspection? If they do, and they want new tyres, you have the chance to change them at your choice of price, rather than being charged their rates!

I was in a similar position when the lease was up on a Mercedes, fortunately at the pre-collection inspection they were happy with the tyres, which TBH, were on the verge of needing replacement.

Lexus refused to do an earlier inspection, so it seems some do, some don’t.

Marty Dolomite · Jun 16th, 2018, 20:10

If they are legal I wouldn't think they can do anything about it if they are illegal then wouldn't that mean you have been risking points by driving with illegal tyres and I have to ask, if you have read the T&C's what did that state as that's what you need to abide by?

osbourne one-nil · Jun 16th, 2018, 21:06

They're definitely legal. I'd always swap at 3mm if not before but it's going back...the only concern about the T&C's is the uneven wear thing, but as has been pointed out, I can always sort that if needed without exhorbitant charges...hopefully.

Considered1 · Jun 16th, 2018, 21:47

I had very little tread left on My Audi A6 lease in 2010, legal but only just so I was thinking of changing.

When the man came to inspect/take away he said they are fine as they are legal, its only going to auction and thanks for leaving me some fuel in and off he went..

osbourne one-nil · Jun 16th, 2018, 21:51

That's what I'm hoping. After 75000 miles they're hardly going to put it on the forecourt I guess. I'm already spending £600 on dealing with a dent although I think my dad should pay as it was his gatepost.

NigelDay · Jun 16th, 2018, 23:22

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Originally Posted by osbourne one-nil

That's what I'm hoping. After 75000 miles they're hardly going to put it on the forecourt I guess. I'm already spending £600 on dealing with a dent although I think my dad should pay as it was his gatepost.

Out of interest, what is the new motor ?

osbourne one-nil · Jun 17th, 2018, 08:39

V90 (D4 Momentum Pro). I never stray far! I did toy with a Mazda CX5 but it was only ever going to be another Volvo I think.

Jun 16th, 2018, 09:22	#1
osbourne one-nil Senior Member Last Online: Mar 14th, 2024 07:52 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Appleby in Westmorland	Returning a lease car - tyres I'm returning my leased XC60 in the next few weeks and have read the terms and conditions about tyres - the ones on mine have a min of 3mm tread across the rear (which is pretty good as they've done nearly 65000 miles) and a min of 5mm across the front. Last time it was in for a service the dealer commented on uneven tyre wear, but I can't see evidence of this. Does anyone know how fussy lease companies are on tyres? Will "legal" do? I'd obviously prefer not to have to fork out several hundred pounds on replacing them. They're Nokian Weatherproof btw - I can't think that that would cause an issue would it? I think their ratings for economy and noise at least match those of the Pirellis it came with. __________________ V90 Inscription MY22

Jun 16th, 2018, 13:05	#3
AndyJudge Premier Member Last Online: Feb 18th, 2024 17:40 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Hebburn	Yep I'd say they just need to be legal so you're all good. I guess the dealer swapped fronts to rears at the last service hence the mismatch, maybe on a previous service they didn't get swapped round & this has caused the slight unevenness in the wear rates. __________________ Current 2015 XC60 D5 AWD - Caspian Blue Previous 2012 XC60 D5 AWD - Seashell Metallic Previous 2005 S60 D5 Geartronic - Gunmetal Previous 2001 C70 T5 GT Auto Convertible - Saffron Previous 1999 S40 XS - Silver

Jun 16th, 2018, 18:40	#4
Baxlin Old Rocker Last Online: Today 11:35 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Tring	Will the lease company do a "week before collection" inspection? If they do, and they want new tyres, you have the chance to change them at your choice of price, rather than being charged their rates! I was in a similar position when the lease was up on a Mercedes, fortunately at the pre-collection inspection they were happy with the tyres, which TBH, were on the verge of needing replacement. Lexus refused to do an earlier inspection, so it seems some do, some don’t. __________________ Just my opinion, please don't shoot me if it doesn't match yours! 2011 C70 D3 (now sold)and JZR 3 wheeler

Jun 16th, 2018, 21:06	#6
osbourne one-nil Senior Member Last Online: Mar 14th, 2024 07:52 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Appleby in Westmorland	They're definitely legal. I'd always swap at 3mm if not before but it's going back...the only concern about the T&C's is the uneven wear thing, but as has been pointed out, I can always sort that if needed without exhorbitant charges...hopefully. __________________ V90 Inscription MY22

Jun 16th, 2018, 21:47	#7
Considered1 Premier Member Last Online: Jul 13th, 2021 21:30 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: North Yorkshire	I had very little tread left on My Audi A6 lease in 2010, legal but only just so I was thinking of changing. When the man came to inspect/take away he said they are fine as they are legal, its only going to auction and thanks for leaving me some fuel in and off he went.. __________________ Audi RS6 5.0 v10 Quattro, Sepang Blue, Dynamic Ride Control BOSE TV 572hp 20" wheels Fuel Card! MY15 Volvo XC60 D4R-Design LuxNav FWD Auto Polestar 200HP, Saville Grey,Privacy,DSP,Winter illumination,On Call,Gear Shift,F&R Park Assist & Camera

Jun 16th, 2018, 11:42	#2
Bonefishblues Premier Member Last Online: Today 10:54 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Near Bicester, Oxon	Legal would be good, and yours is on both counts.

Jun 16th, 2018, 20:10	#5
Marty Dolomite Premier Member Last Online: Apr 4th, 2024 14:44 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Southampton	If they are legal I wouldn't think they can do anything about it if they are illegal then wouldn't that mean you have been risking points by driving with illegal tyres and I have to ask, if you have read the T&C's what did that state as that's what you need to abide by?

Jun 16th, 2018, 21:51	#8
osbourne one-nil Senior Member Last Online: Mar 14th, 2024 07:52 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Appleby in Westmorland	That's what I'm hoping. After 75000 miles they're hardly going to put it on the forecourt I guess. I'm already spending £600 on dealing with a dent although I think my dad should pay as it was his gatepost. __________________ V90 Inscription MY22

Jun 17th, 2018, 08:39	#10
osbourne one-nil Senior Member Last Online: Mar 14th, 2024 07:52 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Appleby in Westmorland	V90 (D4 Momentum Pro). I never stray far! I did toy with a Mazda CX5 but it was only ever going to be another Volvo I think. __________________ V90 Inscription MY22

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