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Simple 20p Hack Helps Drivers Avoid £2,500 Fine

Simple 20p Hack Helps Drivers Avoid £2,500 Fine

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ThreatCluster •October 5, 2026 at 00:02 UTC
  • •Drivers with worn tyres face fines up to £2,500 and potential license loss.
  • •A 20p coin can be used to check tyre tread depth easily.
  • •38% of motorists are unaware of this simple check, highlighting a safety gap.

Drivers with worn tyres below the legal limit of 1.6mm risk a £2,500 fine and up to 12 penalty points. A simple method using a 20p coin can help check tyre tread depth, yet many motorists are unaware of this trick. A poll revealed that 38% of drivers did not know about the 20p check, with 59% of younger drivers at risk of losing their license. Halfords, in collaboration with comedian Judi Love, is promoting this method during Tyre Safety Month. The campaign encourages drivers to keep a 20p coin in their car for quick checks. Many drivers lack confidence in assessing their tyre legality, with 64% unaware of the 1.6mm tread limit. As winter approaches, proper tyre maintenance is crucial for safety on wet or icy roads.

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2026-10-01
Tyre Safety Month campaign launched
Halfords and Judi Love promoted the 20p coin method for checking tyre tread depth.
Oxfordmail
2026-10-04
Article published on 20p hack
The Telegraph reported on the effectiveness of the 20p coin method for avoiding fines.
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Common questions

How can I check my tyre tread depth?
Use the border of a 20p coin; if the tread is lower than the coin's edge, it's too worn.
What penalties do drivers face for illegal tyres?
Drivers can face fines up to £2,500 and accumulate penalty points that may lead to license loss.
What percentage of drivers are unaware of the 20p check?
38% of drivers do not know about the 20p coin method for checking tyre tread depth.