What is considered fair wear and tear?
As keeper of the vehicle you are responsible to make sure that it is cared for throughout its life with you. Damage that is not a result of fair wear and tear will be recharged to you when the vehicle is returned or in the case of tyre replacement, at the time replacement tyres are authorised. The details set out below conform to the BVRLA (British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association) guidelines on Fair Wear and Tear. Please read them carefully and familiarise yourself with the terms that you will also find in your contract. Taking into account a vehicles age and mileage covering overall condition, from the mechanics and the electrics through to the bodywork and the upholstery, fair wear and tear summarises the degree of deterioration judged to be reasonable when a vehicle is returned at the end of a contract period. Lack of attention to detail, abuse or neglect is the main reason vehicles suffer from excessive wear and tear. The top causes of unreasonable wear and tear in a vehicle
