Will a tire with a tread depth of 2/32 on each side without defects pass a safety inspection?

A tire with a tread depth of 2/32 of an inch on each side is below the legal minimum tread depth for safe operation. In most regions, tires need at least 2/32 of an inch of tread depth across the entire tire to provide adequate traction and performance, especially in wet conditions. Tires with such low tread depth significantly increase the risk of hydroplaning and losing control, making them unsafe for driving.

Therefore, a tire with a tread depth of 2/32 cannot pass a safety inspection regardless of its condition. A proper safety inspection checks for adequate tread depth, among other factors, to ensure vehicles are safe for operation on the roads.