Unsure if your tyres are legal? Learn how to check your tyre tread depth using the 20p test or visit 1Stop Motor Shop Mallusk for a free tyre check in Newtownabbey.
Your tyre tread depth affects how well your car grips the road, especially in wet conditions. In the UK, the legal minimum tread depth is 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tyre. Anything below this is unsafe and could land you with a hefty fine.
At 1Stop Motor Shop in Mallusk, Newtownabbey, we regularly check tyres for local drivers to make sure they’re safe, legal, and roadworthy.
Place a 20p coin into the tread grooves of your tyre.
If you can see the outer band of the coin, your tread may be below the legal limit.
Most modern tyres have small raised areas inside the grooves. If these are level with the tread surface, it’s time for new tyres.
The most accurate way is to get your tyres checked at a garage. At 1Stop Motor Shop, we use precise tread depth gauges to ensure your tyres are legal and safe.
✅ Free tyre health checks available in Mallusk, near Belfast
✅ Honest advice — we’ll only recommend new tyres if you really need them
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✅ Wide range of quality tyres available if replacements are needed
If you’re unsure about your tread depth, visit 1Stop Motor Shop Mallusk and let our team check your tyres. It’s quick, free, and could save you money and keep you safe on the road.
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