Damaged tyre

[CaptainSlow]

Pretty sure I know the answer, but can any expert advise if this damage means a new tyre?

[Gafferjim]

Best to call at a garage that does MOT's, but if you can see the cord, then it is most definately scrap, I would say from the photo's that yours is heading that way, sorry.

[jsg612]

I'd replace it anyway on the grounds of my own safety.

[CaptainSlow]

ok just checked the MOT history and seems it was spotted and put as an advisory.

[CaptainSlow]

jsg612 said:

I'd replace it anyway on the grounds of my own safety.

Yup I'll take it into a tyre place (I'm sure they'll say it needs doing)

[davepoth]

I'd change it. Far too much at risk for the price of a tyre.

[Doniger]

If the damage was in the thick rim protecting lip some tyres have I'd say leave it, but you haven't got one and that's right in the thinnest sidewall area - personally I wouldn't risk it.