Tyres peeling on the edges?

Crafty

Wear to both edges of the tyre can suggest under inflation.

Looks like this lot are about 1/4 mile from Halfords. If nothing else, it'd be worth getting a price from them Get Tyres in Bath | Servicing & Tyre fittings | Protyre

As the car is unknown having the tracking checked won't hurt. 2 or 4 depends on the car, what is it.

loz_the_guru

Thanks, i've used those guys before and they were fine just for getting tyres fitted. Black circles also use them as a fitter if required, but i'm not overly fussed at this stage at paying £10-20 extra - i'd just rather have it sorted properly.

Car is a 2010 Mk6 VW Golf, 1.4 Tsi.

DOBLY

^^pic 2 above shows the date code 3013 - so that tyre was made in the 30th week of 2013.

Crafty

Polo would only need 2 wheel tracking I would think.

The suggestion to use protyre was purely based on Halfords reputation.. maybe unfair but protyre are a dedicated tyre shop. Maybe unfairly I'd have more confidence in them sorting it "properly" than halfords.

If possible I'd find a local independent who are known for good service..

John7

The problem you have is because the tyres are made for winter use. If you have been using them in temps above 7 degrees, they will shred pretty rapidly.

IronGiant

I think that's quite likely the cause. They've potentially had 5 summers worth of use...

Dave Brand

Well spotted!

loz_the_guru

Thanks all, I'm pretty sure it's only been on for two summers but even so that would appear to solve the issue! Have booked in for tracking and tyre change, really appreciate all the input.
Thanks again!

DOBLY

If there is more than 4mm of tread depth, I would keep them as a spare winter tyre.

car-man

Ah!! Winter tyres!!!!

One observation, from my experience....I've noticed lots of part worn tyres are winter tyres!!!
If anyone buys part worns, check if they are winter tyres, refuse them if they are!!