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Choosing tyres
Budget, mid-range or premium?
All tyres sold in the UK must meet legal standards, but they differ in grip, noise, wear and fuel efficiency. Check the tyre label ratings when you compare.
Budget
The lowest price up front. Fine for low-mileage town driving, but they often wear faster and grip less in the wet.
Mid-range
Good value for most drivers, with a balance of grip, comfort and tread life at a sensible price.
Premium
Typically the best wet braking and longest life. Worth it for high mileage, motorway driving and powerful cars.
Do your tyres need replacing?
The legal minimum is 1.6mm of tread across the central three-quarters of the tyre, but grip in the wet falls well before that. Use the tread wear indicators (small raised bars in the main grooves) or a 20p coin: if you can see the coin's outer band, the tread is getting low.
Also replace a tyre if you see:
- Bulges or lumps in the sidewall, which can mean internal damage.
- Cuts deep enough to show the cords, or cracking from age.
- Uneven wear, which often points to wheel alignment or suspension problems.
Your MOT history shows tyre advisories from past tests: run a free MOT check to see them. For more, read our guide to the legal tyre tread depth.
Winter, summer or all-season?
Most UK cars come with summer tyres. Winter tyres use a softer compound that grips better below around 7°C and in snow, while all-season tyres split the difference. If you live somewhere rural, hilly or prone to snow, they can be worth it. Compare the options in winter vs all-season tyres.
Buy tyres in pairs
Tyres of the same size and type should be fitted across an axle. If you're replacing two, fitting the newer tyres on the rear axle is commonly recommended for stability; ask your fitter.
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Tyre questions
What's the legal minimum tread depth for car tyres?
1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tread, around the whole tyre. Each illegal tyre can mean a fine of up to £2,500 and 3 penalty points.
When should I replace my tyres?
Road safety groups such as RoSPA recommend replacing tyres at around 3mm, because stopping distances in the wet get noticeably longer as tread wears down towards the legal limit.
How does Tyres.net work?
You search by tyre size and type, compare prices and brands from partner retailers, then buy from the retailer you choose. Fitting and delivery options depend on that retailer.
Do I need winter tyres in the UK?
They're not a legal requirement in the UK, but they grip better below about 7°C and in snow. All-season tyres are a popular compromise for the UK's mild winters. Some European countries require winter tyres in wintry conditions.
Related guides
All guidesLegal Tyre Tread Depth in the UK: The 1.6mm Rule Explained
The legal tyre tread depth in the UK is 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tyre. See the fines, how to do the 20p test and when to replace tyres.
Read guideWinter Tyres in the UK: Are They Worth It, or Should You Go All-Season?
Are winter tyres in the UK worth it? Compare winter, all-season and summer tyres, the 7°C rule, 3PMSF vs M+S markings, costs, storage and rules in Europe.
Read guideMOT Checklist: 20 Things to Check Before Your MOT
Our MOT checklist covers 20 quick pre-MOT checks, from bulbs and tyres to windscreen chips and warning lights, so you can fix easy faults before the test.
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