HC Deb 01 November 1983 vol 47 c319W
Mr. John Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what evidence he has of accidents caused by bus coaches which have been fitted with secondhand tyres; and if he will take steps to ensure that only new tyres are fitted to such coaches.

Mrs. Chalker

We have no evidence that accidents have been caused by the fitment of secondhand tyres on coaches.

Existing legislation prohibits the use of any tyre on a vehicle if it does not conform with requirements of the Motor Vehicle (Construction and Use) Regulations.