Are my tyres legal?????

[Seat_Ibiza]

I have never fully understood the law when it comes to tyre wear hence why i have always changed my tyres as soon as i've noticed them to be anywhere near the limit. The present tyres on my car have an unusual pattern that i've not really come across before... I've recently purchased the car so would be grateful if someone could advise, as to whether or not, my tyres are legal... Please see following pictures

Drivers side front tyre outer grip looks to be completely worn however the majority of the inner tyre is still above the limits

Front passenger side:

Tyres on the rear are near new:

It's only the outer section of the front tyres that are cause for concern, any help/advice would be appreciated

 

[cupra_r_ick]

law states 1.6mm across centre 3/4 of the tyre with visible tread on the rest......

 

[Seat_Ibiza]

law states 1.6mm across centre 3/4 of the tyre with visible tread on the rest......

Im aware that the legal tyre depth is 1.6mm but will the outer section of the tyre cost me 3points?

 

[LEE69]

That tyre says runway i'd be running away from crap like that I'm afraid even if they 7mm on them!!

 

[dholdi]

That tyre says runway i'd be running away from crap like that I'm afraid even if they 7mm on them!!

beat me too it Lee.

 

[cupra_r_ick]

lol i was thinking they were wanleys, glad i didnt pipe up lol....
i can see tread on the outer edges so theyre not illegal.

are they shite tyres ? yes
are they very close to the legal limit ? yes

 

[Seat_Ibiza]

lol i was thinking they were wanleys, glad i didnt pipe up lol....
i can see tread on the outer edges so theyre not illegal.

are they shite tyres ? yes
are they very close to the legal limit ? yes

Okay so I need new tyres very soon.. 225 40 18's... what tyres are recommended and where can I get them at a reasonable price.. recently purchased the car, the Runway are not my choice ..

 

[cupra_r_ick]

haha fair enough mate. ive got michelin pilot sports on the front of mine and they grip like mad, but they are pretty dear.

ive heard a lot of people reccomend vredestines (spl)
try cam skill they usually pretty good on prices.

at the minute im running 235/40/18s, buts thats what i got so thats what i fit, but theyres no adverse effects of fitting these

 

[tonto]

not being a ****, but youre supposed to use a 20p coin, as the "border" running around the edge of the coin is 1.6mm thick.

also, that tyre is very much legal *i work for Vosa / MOT*
but i wouldnt reccomend them

 

[Seat_Ibiza]

not being a ****, but youre supposed to use a 20p coin, as the "border" running around the edge of the coin is 1.6mm thick.

also, that tyre is very much legal *i work for Vosa / MOT*
but i wouldnt reccomend them

I couldn't find a 20p piece so used 10p instead. Apparently the dots around the circumference of a 10p piece measure 1.6mm from the edge.

Definately legal mate ? You would pass the MOT on these tyres with the wear shown in the pics ?

 

[Seat_Ibiza]

haha fair enough mate. ive got michelin pilot sports on the front of mine and they grip like mad, but they are pretty dear.

ive heard a lot of people reccomend vredestines (spl)
try cam skill they usually pretty good on prices.

at the minute im running 235/40/18s, buts thats what i got so thats what i fit, but theyres no adverse effects of fitting these

Thanks pal , i'll take a look. . out of interest, howmuch did you pay for the pilots ?

 

[Gnollins]

Go for the Vredestein Ultrac Sessantas - awesome tyre for a great price.

 

[Seat_Ibiza]

Go for the Vredestein Ultrac Sessantas - awesome tyre for a great price.

any recommendations on where i can get them from?

 

[Muttley]

Tread is down to the wear indicators: change them.