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RTA Vehicle Inspection Tyre Rules in Dubai: Minimum Tread Depth & DOT Regulations

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Tariq MansoorLead Master Automotive Technician
2026-07-01
6 min read
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RTA Vehicle Inspection Tyre Rules in Dubai: Minimum Tread Depth & DOT Regulations

Annual vehicle registration renewal in Dubai requires passing a mandatory technical inspection at authorized testing centers (such as Tasjeel, Shamil, Wasel, or AG Cars). Tyres are the number one failure item during RTA technical tests. Understanding RTA criteria ensures you pass on your first attempt without wasted reinspection fees.

Minimum Legal Tread Depth: 1.6mm vs Safe 3.0mm

The legal minimum tread depth across the central three-quarters of the tyre is 1.6 millimeters. If your tread wear indicators (the small rubber bars inside the grooves) are flush with the tread surface, the vehicle will immediately fail.

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