Each axle tyre sizes must match and cannot be different each side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s how to find your tyre size in under 60 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\udede 1. Where to Look: The Tyre Sidewall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Your tyre size is written directly on the sidewall<\/strong> \u2014 the smooth rubber section between the tread and the wheel rim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Look for something that looks like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n 205\/55 R16 91V<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Here’s a quick breakdown of the code:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\uded1 Always make sure the load index and speed rating are equal to or greater than your car’s requirements.<\/em> Some tyres will say ‘xl’ which means extra load rating often used on EV and heavier vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the sidewall is worn or unclear, check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These locations will show the manufacturer\u2019s recommended tyre sizes<\/strong> \u2014 ideal for safe and legal driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the UK, fitting tyres that do not meet the manufacturer\u2019s specification can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2705 That\u2019s why we always recommend checking before buying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bring your car in or snap a photo of your tyre sidewall<\/strong>, and our friendly team will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udccd Visit us at: unit 32, armytage industrial estate, Whittington Moor, Old Whittington, Chesterfield S41 9ET Here\u2019s what to look for on your tyre: \u2705 Look for a code like 205\/55 R16 91V<\/strong> \ud83d\ude97 Why It Matters Knowing your correct tyre size isn\u2019t just about getting a good fit \u2014 it\u2019s essential for safety, performance, and even insurance compliance here in the UK. Driving on incorrectly sized tyres could lead to MOT failures or even a fine. Each axle tyre sizes must match and cannot be different each…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":538,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pagelayer_contact_templates":[],"_pagelayer_content":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[34,35,36,37],"class_list":["post-535","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mechanical-tips","tag-find-tyre-size","tag-mobile-tyre-size","tag-what-is-tyre-size","tag-xl-tyre"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/535","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=535"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/535\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":541,"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/535\/revisions\/541"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/538"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=535"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=535"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=535"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}![\"Tyre](\"https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AdobeStock_1072363993-scaled.jpeg\")
This is what your tyre size will look like on the sidewall.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\ud83e\udde9 2. What the Numbers Mean<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\n\ud83d\udccf 4. Why the Right Size Matters (UK Rules)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\n\ud83e\uddf0 5. Need Help? Pop into Oxbys Autos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\udcde Call us: 01246 720395<\/a>
\ud83d\udcbb Book online: https:\/\/www.oxbysautos.co.uk\/contact\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\ud83d\udcf8 Visual Recap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nIn Summary:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2705 Check your handbook or door sticker if unsure<\/strong>
\u2705 Make sure your new tyres meet or exceed that spec<\/strong>
\u2705 Ask Oxbys Autos for help if needed<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"