Squared Off - MOT?

[Cam_73]

Is a squared off tyre an automatic MOT fail?

I am assuming it is as it could effcet handling

quote: "Tyres will be checked for tread depth and condition as well as sidewall condition."

Can anyone give a definitive.

Cheers

[Viney]

As long as they have the correct tread depth, as in not below minimum, then there shouldnt be any issue at all. All tyres square off, its a fact.

[Cam_73]

Cheers V.

MOT overdue, SORN in place.

Time to get organised I think.

[Viney]

Cheers V.

MOT overdue, SORN in place.

Time to get organised I think.Just remember to ore-book your MOT or else you will get knicked for riding on the road etc etc

[timwilky]

Perhaps I am a tad naive.


I would have thought a squared off tyre was reason enough to replace it, without even worrying about the MOT implication. TBH, I would not have thought a squared off tyre would fail an MOT as long as there remains the prerequisite amount of tread.

Otherwise find yourself some nice twisties and re-profile your tyres

[steveg]

A squared off tyre is not great , however I for one can't afford to change a tyre when its squared off , I change mine when their down to the wear bars ( and this comes far too soon)

Cheers Steve