So I opted for. Staggered set up, 225/40/18 fronts and 245/35/18 rears, Yokohama advan sport V105's. Only done 2miles and 35mph so no real feedback. With the wheel off the 225 tyre does look stretched on the rim, quite obviously so!
Did notice the new tyres picking up all the stones and firing then into the arches and underneath, so must be more grippy.

Toto TR-1's that came off were 3-4mm front and at indicators on rear, but the date stamp was week 16 2008, so well over sure a change.

No cracks but a slight buckel on the near front and a worn trackrod/steering arm as it has some play, but not noticed on the MOT.

Will do 50 or so miles tomorrow and check all nuts and screws and pressures.....then Nurburgring next week!