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Tyre markings and legal tread depth

Feb 21, 2017

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Page 1: Tyre markings and legal tread depth

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DEL NAME

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MAX LOAD 615KG (1354 LBS)

MAX PRESS 3.03BAR (44 PSI)

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WHAT DO MY TYRE MARKINGS MEAN?

Width – The width of the tyre in millimetres Aspect ratio – The height of the tyre’s sidewall, as a percentage of the tyre’s width Rim diameter – The tyre’s inner rim diameter in inches

Load index – The index reference for the maximum load the tyre can take

Speed rating – The index reference detailing the maximum speed for the tyre at full load

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TYRE TREAD DEPTH

8mmTyre is 0%worn

6mmTyre is 31%worn

4mmTyre is 62%worn

2mmTyre is 94%worn

7mmTyre is 15%worn

5mmTyre is 47%worn

3mmTyre is 78%worn

1.6mmTyre is 100%

worn

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At Activa we are committed to ensuring your tyres are both safe and legal.

The legal minimum tread depth is 1.6mm, and you could be fined £2500 and receive three penalty points for each tyre below this limit.

Activa, RoSPA and most manufacturers recommend a minimumtread depth of 3mm for optimum handling, safety and comfort.

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