Will a Plugged Tire Pass Inspection?

A proper repair job with a plug-patch results in a tire able to hold air indefinitely -- that is, unless you get another puncture. It is safe to drive your vehicle like this as long as the tire's useful life.

Is plugging a tire illegal?

Tyre plugs are legal. ... Say you have a nail in your tyre (not plugged) and you take it for repair. This is what happens or at least, should happen: If the nail has penetrated the shoulder or sidewall, then you can pretty well guarantee they won't repair it.

How long can you drive with a plugged tire?

Lots of tire experts agree that you can drive with a plug for about seven to ten years. But you should not aim for this, just to avoid buying a new tire. Since the tire has already been punctured, the tire is at a higher risk of another yet another puncture- causing a blowout. Yes, that plug may last you a few months.