Overview
- UK law sets a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of each tyre, with penalties of up to £2,500 per tyre plus three points.
- Motoring specialist Tina Newman of Just Tyres cautions that a quick glance often misses inner-edge wear that takes tyres below the legal limit.
- A 60‑second coin check in the main tread grooves can flag tyres that may be under the legal threshold.
- Insurers may refuse or reduce claims after crashes if tyres fall below legal tread depth, as the vehicle can be deemed unroadworthy.
- Cold, wet winter conditions harden rubber and reduce grip, increasing aquaplaning risk and stopping distances, and Just Tyres is offering free drop‑in safety checks nationwide.