Tyre Size
How to...
Check Your Tyre Size
The best way to check your tyre size is to read it from the side of the tyre wall.
In the example pictured to the left, the tyre has a width of 200, a profile of 50, a diameter of 15 and a speed rating of W.
200 is the nominal tyre section width in millimetres.
50 is the profile aspect ratio of the tyre, which means the height of the tyre's cross-section, expressed as a percentage of its width. This is often referred to as the tyre's "profile" (e.g., low-profile tyres).
15 is the diameter in inches of the wheel rim which the tyre has been fitted to.
Can You Afford A £2,500 Fine?
You shouldn’t wait for a puncture to occur before replacing your tyres - once your tyres get too worn, it’s time for some new tyres. The legal minimum tread depth in the UK is 1.6mm across the central ¾ of the tread around the complete circumference of the tyre.
A regular check of your tyres could help you to avoid 3 penalty points and a fine of up to £2,500 – the standard penalty for having tyres worn beyond the legal minimum limit on your vehicle.
If your tyres are tired, get in touch with Mobile Tyre Luton – we come to you!
Our Services
Make Sure Your Tyres Are Legal
Whether you have a puncture, a split in your tyre wall or your tyres are under the legal tread limit, the team at Mobile Tyre Luton are on-hand. We supply and fit new tyres at a time to suit you, at home, at work, anywhere.
We’re available 24/7 – don’t be stranded, give us a call and we will aim to get to you within the hour!
Got a Question?
Whether you would like to book a fitting, have an emergency, or would like to know more, please do not hesitate to get in touch!
Emergency Callouts
Mobile Tyre Luton offer a 24-hour emergency call out service to customers throughout the London area - so wherever you are, at whatever time, you can expect to get your tyres repaired or replaced fast!
Mobile Tyre Luton are a company registered in England & Wales.
Registered No: 09047060. Registered Address: 174 Birdsfoot lane, Luton, LU3 2DL