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Convex Towing Mirrors UK Rules | What mirror can you use

By Brent·

Short answer

UK law allows either flat or convex towing mirrors, since it only requires a clear view four metres out and twenty metres back down both sides of the trailer, not a specific mirror type. Flat mirrors show true distance but a narrower view, while convex mirrors give a much wider one. Two convex mirrors are completely legal and practical for towing.

Convex Towing Mirrors UK Rules | What mirror can you use

Key Points


The Mirror Debate

Flat mirrors show true distance but feel useless half the time. Convex mirrors give a much wider view - far more helpful for towing.


What the Law Says

The law doesn’t care which type you use. It only says you need to see four metres out and twenty metres back down both sides of your trailer.


The Practical Choice

Two convex mirrors? 100% legal, practical, and far easier to tow with.


-Seeing it all, no blind spots - Brent.



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