New tyres can be pretty pricey, but it is absolutely essential that you make sure you keep them above the 1.6mm legal minimum tread depth to let surface water slip through. To measure, use the quick 20p tyre test detailed on the TyreSafe website.


Put a 20p coin (on its edge) into the main grooves of your tyre tread. If the outer rim of the coin is not visible, your tyres are legal. If you can see it, then you must get them changed. Don't wait until your MOT is due - act now.


Making sure you have the correct tyre pressures not only helps to maintain your tyres it also helps reduce the amount of petrol you use. Check these regularly to help reduce your motoring costs. Happy Motoring!