Can the vehicle pass the annual inspection with different tire tread patterns?
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Whether a vehicle can pass the annual inspection with different tire tread patterns depends on their positions. If the tread patterns differ between left and right tires, it is not allowed to pass the inspection. However, different tread patterns between front and rear tires are permissible. According to the "Motor Vehicle Safety Technical Inspection Items and Methods": Tires on the same axle should be of the same model, specification, and tread pattern. Tire bolts and axle bolts should be complete and securely fastened. The tire specifications should match the motor vehicle product announcement and the factory certificate (or vehicle registration information for in-use vehicle inspections). The tire tread and sidewall should not have cracks or cuts exceeding 25mm in length or deep enough to expose the tire cord layer, nor any other defects, abnormal wear, or deformations that affect usage. Additional requirements for vehicle tires: The tread depth of passenger cars, motorcycles, and trailers should be no less than 1.6mm, while the tread depth of steering wheels for other motor vehicles should be no less than 3.2mm. The tread depth of all other tires should be no less than 1.6mm, and the tire wear indicators should be visible. Highway buses, tourist buses, school buses, and the steering wheels of other motor vehicles should not be equipped with retreaded tires.
