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wazza_nz
By wazza_nz | AA Member | 1 Post | 16 February 2020 at 3:12pm

What are the rules for a WOF regarding Tyre sizes. I currently have front tyres of 225/40R18 92W and rear of 215/45R18 93V. Both sides of the car have matching tyres for the front and back respectively. The car is supposed to be 215/45R18 89W. Are these current tyres on the car a warrantable issue?

Anon
By Cade | AA Expert | 3937 Posts | 18 February 2020 at 9:43am

Hi there,
There is no requirement for the front and rear tyres to be the same size as long as they are the same left and right (on the same axle). A lot of European cars have different tyre sizes front to rear, and some Toyota Altezza/Lexus vehicles. https://vehicleinspection.nzta.govt.nz/virms/in-service-wof-and-cof/general/tyres,-wheels-and-hubs/tyres-and-wheels