You know, it's balik kampung season. The threads seem sufficient but there are signs of cracking. Brand is Michelin xm2 year 2013


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Definitely Yes.

I read that tyres could last 6-10 years.but of course the situation varies.my case it's that bad huh? it's definitely noisy and rough

Try apply polish

If it concerns you then obviously tukar la. Tyre play important role in your car's handling, braking, acceleration.

Don't take chance, later cause jam to everyone else only.

Just spray ur tyres with a tyre shine to give it a new look.

Looks wise considered minor only la. Care more about safety and comfort. Im asking because this would make rm2k poorer

On this picture on tyre threads, yes there is signs of 'cracks' specifically on the threads portion. None is found on sidewall.
These cracks on thread are normal and not affecting the structural integrity of tyres and hence it's safe for continuing use.


This sidewall has no cracks. Only severe and deep cracks at side wall that penetrates into the nylon fibre or fabric of tyres would have negative effects on structural integrity of tyres ....... which is NOT the case.

OP, don't be alarmed and kelam kabut my friend.

I'd used XM2 tyres upto 115,000 ish km over 6 plus years, no problem.

Yes, OEM says tyres are good upto 10 years. Pl search my previous upload on same here.

Edit:No safety issues here. Comfort, no comment as rubber compound are hardened in use.

This post has been edited by zeng: Jun 9 2018, 12:58 PM

Thanks. That's good to know. Not kelam kabut or anything la just to make sure before i fork out 2k of my money. Another factor is 0 gst also. Now seems a good time to change if i realt need it

GST is zero rated today.
By July, it's likely to be abolished!
Better save your donut I think, no point wasting money on cars without valid technical basis .

You family 's life is definitely worth more than 2k!

Haha im getting conflicting advice here.but it's alright. i take in all the inputs here and contemplate my own decision. Both views help

Michelin is having 6 yrs warranty*, why not you drive to your nearest michelin shop and ask?
if they say is not safe, then claim warranty and get free tires ^^v

* https://www.michelin.com.my/MY/en/why-miche...warranties.html

Ur thread is still quite deep so the cracks I doubt will affect ur tyre reliability.

Can still use but probably not for too long anymore.

Hi Bro,

Based on the depth of the groove - no issue to go for another 30-40K.
Safety concern - just reduce your corner speed a little especially wet weather.

Hi bro , do you still using this michelin xm2 for the coming 7th year ?

No, I'd replaced them May last year with another batch of XM2 when the residual tread depth was about 2 mm vs the tyre manufacturers recommended 1.6 mm tread depth.

No uneven tread wear, despite inflating to 41 psi.

It's really value for money.

This post has been edited by zeng: Jun 18 2018, 10:31 PM

Intresting 😍👌