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Tyres > Help > Tyres > How long can you drive on a spare tyre in the UK?

How long can you drive on a spare tyre in the UK?


It's recommended that you should only drive on a spare tyre for, at most, 50 miles (80 km) and should not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). However, depending on the type and condition of the spare tyre this may vary.

The Department of Transport in the UK recommends that you should replace a punctured tyre with a new one as soon as possible - and you should only drive on a spare tyre for as long as is absolutely necessary.

Spare tyres are only designed to be temporary replacements and are not intended for prolonged use. They have a limited lifespan and may have speed and distance restrictions printed on them.