What are the main tyre reasons my car could fail its MOT?

MOT failures and tyre issues

One of the most common reasons for MOT failure is due to tyre issues. The most common issues with tyres are:

• The tread is less than 1.6mm on the centre three-quarters of the tyre
• Cuts, bulges or lumps that expose the internal structure on the sidewall or tread
• Mixing radial and crossply on the same axle
• Tyres on the vehicle that are incorrect sizes
• Uneven or excessive wear on the tyre that is unsafe
• Valves that are damaged or not secure

Tips before your MOT

Before your MOT appointment, you should inspect your tyres. To avoid having to get a retest, you should get replacement tyres from Tyres.co.uk and book a fitting for before the appointment.