Some Of The Top Causes of Breakdowns | Acorn Tyres

A car breakdown is a huge inconvenience. Not only does it require time and money to repair, but it also leaves you without a car until it is fixed and stops you from getting to your destination on time. Some breakdowns are unavoidable, but knowing what might cause one may help you in the future to determine what has gone wrong with your car.

Here are the top causes of breakdowns.



Flat battery

Battery faults are extremely common. As the power source of your car, without it, you won't be able to start your car. A battery may go flat because of lights being left on or it may be due to other battery problems caused by lots of short journeys or a poor electrical connection.

You can avoid a flat battery by ensuring you switch everything off when you leave the car, buying a battery maintainer or getting a garage to check that connections are secure, clean and protected from erosion. Regular car servicing will help you maintain your car’s battery.

If you have a flat battery, you may need to call a breakdown mechanic to test your battery, check your car’s charging system and check for a fault. You can then either get your battery charged or replaced.

Damaged tyres

Flat car tyres are typically a very irritating occurrence, however, they can usually be repaired fairly promptly. A flat tyre will typically be caused by a sharp object but could also be because the car tyre’s valve fails, the tyre hits a deep pothole or a kerb or due to old age.

Changing a car tyre is fairly straightforward. You will need a jack, wheel removal tools and a spare tyre. Some cars may be equipped with a post-puncture sealant instead of a spare, but this is only a temporary repair so you’ll need to get to your local tyre fitters as soon as possible to get a replacement.

Lost keys

Many people lose their keys or lock them in the car. It’s a good idea to keep a spare at home, but if you’re far away from home, it won’t be of much use. Car keys are often more complex to replace than a typical door key due to the microchip that is designed to stop your car from being stolen. You will either need to visit an authorised dealer or call someone qualified to sort new keys for your car.

If you need car servicing, replacement car tyres or MOT services, Acorn Tyres are based in Aylesbury. We’re your local tyre fitters on hand to help you with breakdown repairs. Get in touch with us today by calling us on 01296612075 or visiting our website.