Correct tyre

mbev51 · 7th May 2017, 06:28

Hi, been offered some michelin 215 55 16 93v primacy. The handbook states, for my cdt tourer 215 55 16 93w. Will I have a problem with inappropriate tyres at mot time? I would think not as v rating is well over the 75's top speed.

T-Cut · 7th May 2017, 10:35

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Originally Posted by mbev51

(The) V rating is well over the 75's top speed.

That's perfectly OK. it doesn't mean you have to run tham at thE speed they're rated to.

tc

chris75 · 7th May 2017, 10:57

For peace of mind it won't hurt to give your insurers a ring .

It has been known for them to hold that fitting a tyre lower than manufacturers' spec invalidates the insurance

Doesn't make a lot of sense , but since when were insurers sensible !
Quite a few previous threads on this matter , ie http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...ght=tyre+speed

T-Cut · 7th May 2017, 11:13

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For peace of mind it won't hurt to give your insurers a ring

Probably so. The V is 149mph max and the W is 168mph max.

All you need to know:https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/advice/d...-need-to-know/

TC

Avulon · 7th May 2017, 12:05

As W is a higher speed rating than V, then no, it won't make difference to insurance.

chris75 · 7th May 2017, 13:37

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Originally Posted by Avulon

As W is a higher speed rating than V, then no, it won't make difference to insurance.

The OP is proposing to fit V's instead of W's

mbev51 · 7th May 2017, 18:07

Thanks for the replies. I'm buying them on Tuesday.

Avulon · 7th May 2017, 23:52

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Originally Posted by chris75

The OP is proposing to fit V's instead of W's

my bad.

In that case make sure all other tyre parameters meet or exceed spec especially the load rating. And, trust me, your cdt will never make it to 149mph!

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7th May 2017, 06:28	#1
mbev51 Banned Removed Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Removed Posts: 1,343 Thanks: 171 Thanked 315 Times in 223 Posts	Correct tyre Hi, been offered some michelin 215 55 16 93v primacy. The handbook states, for my cdt tourer 215 55 16 93w. Will I have a problem with inappropriate tyres at mot time? I would think not as v rating is well over the 75's top speed.

7th May 2017, 10:57	#3
chris75 same car since 2005 2001 Rover 75 2.0 v6 Connoisseur Saloon Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Ellesmere Port , Cheshire Posts: 3,811 Thanks: 379 Thanked 549 Times in 466 Posts	For peace of mind it won't hurt to give your insurers a ring . It has been known for them to hold that fitting a tyre lower than manufacturers' spec invalidates the insurance Doesn't make a lot of sense , but since when were insurers sensible ! Quite a few previous threads on this matter , ie http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...ght=tyre+speed __________________ Who said it was simples ?

7th May 2017, 12:05	#5
Avulon This is my second home 1.8t Tourer Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tanelorn Posts: 4,830 Thanks: 956 Thanked 1,148 Times in 916 Posts	As W is a higher speed rating than V, then no, it won't make difference to insurance. __________________ Need a T4 ?: T4 Owners Map thanks to Stevestrat ( use at your own risk) Where?: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanelorn Mods/Retrofits: PCV vortex 'filter'; bluetooth; inline thermostat; reversing sensors; plenum spyhole ; headlamp washers ; Diy mp3 player replacing CD multichanger; FBH with remote; Headlamp washers; black/chrome front grille, rear blind; Xenon projectors To do: puddle lights; 2 Din cd/nav to fit; boot release button

7th May 2017, 18:07	#7
mbev51 Banned Removed Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Removed Posts: 1,343 Thanks: 171 Thanked 315 Times in 223 Posts	Thanks for the replies. I'm buying them on Tuesday.