Mixed tyres while driving in France

[littleredrooster]

Silvertop said:

Thanks both. I've decided to not risk it given that the tyres are already worn and while the chances of getting caught are low, the cost of the possible fines means that it's just not worth it.

You'd best make sure that you have two rear foglights as well, then, as required by French law. And a speedometer which reads primarily in kph not mph, as required by French law.

[Silvertop]

Thanks for everyone's input on this. I've booked for all four to be changed (the pair of Michelins on the front were going to get replaced either way).

If I'm unfortunate enough to have to speak to local plod I'll see if I can find out what they'd do!

[Silvertop]

littleredrooster said:

Silvertop said:

Thanks both. I've decided to not risk it given that the tyres are already worn and while the chances of getting caught are low, the cost of the possible fines means that it's just not worth it.

You'd best make sure that you have two rear foglights as well, then, as required by French law. And a speedometer which reads primarily in kph not mph, as required by French law.

Weirdly that was a post I made last night and it repeated this afternoon.

I *think* the distinction between mismatched tyres and the fog lights/speedo is that my car was not registered in the UK with mismatched tyres, but did have a speedo reading primarily in MPH. My tyres, while permissible under UK law, are effectively a modification from UK spec so might invite a fine as they don't meet French standards.

It's really hard to know what's-what.

[r11co]

gtidriver said:

maybe the French transport minister has shares in a tyre company;)

Or more likely Michelin have lobbied the French government for this (with a few starred lunches as bribes).

littleredrooster said:

You'd best make sure that you have two rear foglights as well, then, as required by French law.

You realise you are talking complete ste....

Edited by r11co on Wednesday 13th August 18:31

[Roo]

Silvertop said:

It's really hard to know what's-what.

No it isn't. It's really, really simple.

Is it road legal in its country of registration?

That's all that matters.