Home

   Log in or Register



Insurance Quotes
forums Campsite Search Comp Directory tips virtual brochure Profile
Tent and Awning Reviews Competitions Caravans and Motorhomes For Sale Shopping Diary Advent Calendar

Advertisement

Message Forums
Welcome Guest Register Login Search The Forum Posts Since Last Visit
 Reception - All Forums
  Caravanning and Camping Abroad 		Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email  Printer Friendly Version Print
Subject Topic: one to watch out for! Post Reply Post New Topic
Personwilber
12/7/2014 at 8:30pm
 Location: west sussex
 Outfit: Outwell vermont 7sa View wilber's Profile View Profile   Reply to wilber Reply   Quote wilber Quote  
Joined: 30/7/2006

Silver Member
Silver Member

Forum Posts:   100
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
We will be covering many miles when we go camping to the south of France for three weeks in August, so I've started getting the car into shape.

When I took my car in to my local tyre shop this morning to get the tyres checked (the two front tyres look to be wearing a bit thin) he told me that they were just legal at the moment. In general conversation I mentioned to him that we were going to France for our holidays. Ah he said, and informed me that my tyres would be illegal over there as the French require a deeper tread depth compared to the uk. Needless to say I got him to put new ones on.

You learn something new everyday. Thought this info might benefit others!


Don't forget to leave a review of the French and other European campsites you have visited!


PersonCrach
12/7/2014 at 9:11pm
 Location: France
 Outfit: Hobby 460Ufe View Crach's Profile View Profile   Reply to Crach Reply   Quote Crach Quote  
Joined: 07/4/2013

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   580
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Rubbish, it is the same in France. 1.6mm ( I think)

The difference in France is, it is illegal for a garage to sell/fit a tyre if the other tyre on the same axle is different in any way. Tread depth being one element.

So if you have an unrepairable puncture in France unless they can match your spare or remaining tyre exactly you'll end up buying two tyres. Caravans included.

Though your car would pass a French MOT with different tyres on the same axle.

Post last edited on 12/07/2014 21:43:45


Personwilber
12/7/2014 at 9:42pm
 Location: west sussex
 Outfit: Outwell vermont 7sa View wilber's Profile View Profile   Reply to wilber Reply   Quote wilber Quote  
Joined: 30/7/2006

Silver Member
Silver Member

Forum Posts:   100
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Having just done a brief search on the net I believe your right 1.6 seams to be the legal limit for uk and France. I believe the man at the garage has been giving misleading info. Of course this benefits him as he's more chance of making a sale. Wonder if he knows he's giving out incorrect info?. Pleased I've got four matching new tyres for safety's sake though! one tyre was an odd one before.


Personsaxo1
12/7/2014 at 11:24pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View saxo1's Profile View Profile   Reply to saxo1 Reply   Quote saxo1 Quote  
Joined: 29/10/2005

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   4486
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
"The difference in France is, it is illegal for a garage to sell/fit a tyre if the other tyre on the same axle is different in any way. Tread depth being one element."

you are allowed up to a maximum of 5mm difference in tread depth between tyres on the same axle but they must be identical in all other respects.
saxo1


Don't forget to leave a review of the French and other European campsites you have visited!



In order to post a reply you will need to register, or if already registered please log in here

Prev       Next
Quick Links - All Forums - Caravanning and Camping Abroad - Top of Page

Printer Friendly Version Printable version      Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email


Latest News, Discounts and Competitions  see all...

5825 Visitors online !

Free UKCampsite.co.uk Window Sticker  -  Recommend to Friend  -  Add a Missing Campsite

[Message Forums]  [Caravan Sites & Camping]  [Company Listings]  [Features / Advice]  [Virtual Brochure]  [Shop!]
[Reception]  [Competitions]  [Caravans & Motorhomes For Sale]  [Event Diary]  [Contact Us]  [Tent Reviews] 



Please note we are not responsible for the content of external sites & any reviews represent the author's personal view only. Please report any error here. You may view our privacy and cookie policy and terms and conditions here. All copyrights & other intellectual property rights in the design and content of this web site are reserved to the UKCampsite.co.uk © 1999 - 2024


Advertisement
Advertisement


UKCampsite.co.uk
2024 Advent Calendar

Advent Calendar

24 Daily Prizes PLUS a Christmas Day Star Prize worth £999

Request a Reminder