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To a very large degree, with tyres as most other things you get what you pay for.
A tyre such as a Michelin will cost more, but you are paying for a lot of development, and you will get a tyre that will no doubt be quiet, comfortable, clear the water in the wet, perform well in braking and roadholding situations, do a high mileage and be fuel-efficient.
A budget tyre will meet all the legal requirements, but not be as proficient in many (or all) of these areas. As tyres are the only contact you have with the road (the efficiencies of brakes/suspension can be negated by sub-standard tyres), I would always advocate getting the best you can afford.
Just as an aside - I have been looking for a car for my daughter, and always look at the quality of replacement tyres fitted. I reckon that if someone is prepared to fit fit crap tyres (the "Up-Yours" or "Nankwang" rubbish that might as well have `do not use in wet conditions` on the sidewall), the likelihood is that the rest of the vehicle has been maintained to the same standard. A signal to keep well clear.
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