Coach defect pop quiz anyone? Would you drive on this with a 400 mile day planned? (that included driving on farmers

[rushance433]

Coach defect pop quiz anyone? Would you drive on this with a 400 mile day planned? (that included driving on farmers tracks & fields - not that I think that would make a difference)

[Osull7ment]

No chance. That's a car wheel and would look stupid on a coach but seriously, a tyre in that condition is only going to one place, the tyre fitters.

[kiermo]

What a silly question

[Newillah]

Absolutely not

[mattych315]

Nope that is a serious defect

[neill3derp]

No

[behanBethol]

Looks like it's through to the cord rather than superficial so would say no.

[COVELLER]

No

[fintexo]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

[rushance433]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

already done that and made my decision, just interested to what others think…

[fintexo]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

already done that and made my decision, just interested to what others think…

What others think is irrelevant. The information you need is available online.

[DariussNEC]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

already done that and made my decision, just interested to what others think…

why? The answer is obvious.

[rushance433]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

already done that and made my decision, just interested to what others think…

What others think is irrelevant. The information you need is available online.

like I said, already made my decision and laid out my stall with my employer, coach is getting new tyre fitted now.
And thank you all for confirming and backing up my decision and reasons for my decision.

[tuchowZipp]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

Traffic office sometimes still would send the vehicle just to make it run. It's a no go, cut it too long and too deep to be safe.

[fintexo]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

Traffic office sometimes still would send the vehicle just to make it run. It's a no go, cut it too long and too deep to be safe.

It's never has and never will be the Traffic Office's decision to run it or not.

[stepiqua]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

are you OK page to help others or belittle them. A driver may be relatively new and looking for advice from other experienced drivers.

[fintexo]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

are you OK page to help others or belittle them. A driver may be relatively new and looking for advice from other experienced drivers.

Step away from the keyboard.

[stepiqua]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

are you OK page to help others or belittle them. A driver may be relatively new and looking for advice from other experienced drivers.

Step away from the keyboard.

aww how sweet of you not to react

[fintexo]

are you OK page to help others or belittle them. A driver may be relatively new and looking for advice from other experienced drivers.

Step away from the keyboard.

aww how sweet of you not to react

Obviously when you were blessed with extra fingers, they took away your intellect at the same time.

[stepiqua]

Step away from the keyboard.

aww how sweet of you not to react

Obviously when you were blessed with extra fingers, they took away your intellect at the same time.

no one took your condescending nature though. Fingers are just fine. Page to help not belittle and I'm sure everyone agrees with the comment the guy was only asking a question not expecting to be told off because of your years and years or experience. Away back to school and learn some manners.

[fintexo]

aww how sweet of you not to react

Obviously when you were blessed with extra fingers, they took away your intellect at the same time.

no one took your condescending nature though. Fingers are just fine. Page to help not belittle and I'm sure everyone agrees with the comment the guy was only asking a question not expecting to be told off because of your years and years or experience. Away back to school and learn some manners.

Suggest you re-read what I wrote originally and then get off your soap box.

[stepiqua]

Obviously when you were blessed with extra fingers, they took away your intellect at the same time.

no one took your condescending nature though. Fingers are just fine. Page to help not belittle and I'm sure everyone agrees with the comment the guy was only asking a question not expecting to be told off because of your years and years or experience. Away back to school and learn some manners.

Suggest you re-read what I wrote originally and then get off your soap box.

no thanks

[barriss]

Rather than ask the self-proclaimed experts, call the fitter / traffic office, or if you can't do that refer to Section 8 of the PSV inspection manual (readily available online) which will tell you what you need to know;

No way, don't be pressured into going out with that, it's your call.

[busmon]

No way! Bet I can guess what company that is as well, orange paint from north west area only a couple of companies it could be but I think I already know!

[rushance433]

No way! Bet I can guess what company that is as well, orange paint from north west area only a couple of companies it could be but I think I already know!

keen eye there lad

[busmon]

No way! Bet I can guess what company that is as well, orange paint from north west area only a couple of companies it could be but I think I already know!

keen eye there lad

know what I know pal!

[sergione85]

Not in a million years. That is a serious defect.

[Roykery]

Why do you need to ask ? What are the daily checks for ?

[wintt4freen]

Bit of duct tape and that will be fine

[Osull7ment]

Bit of duct tape and that will be fine

first bus?

[wintt4freen]

Bit of duct tape and that will be fine

first bus?

come again?

[rushance433]

For those of you with the stupid comments, obviously I got it checked and I made my decision before posting this, and stand by it. Asking out of curiosity and maybe a little bit of a confirmation that I made the right decision. For clarity, there is no cord showing, and 2 different coach mechanics deemed it legal, however both said they would still change it before sending it out.

[jimmyboy2]

are you mad ? seriously NO

[hept0rre]

No a chance on hell would I drive that

[ReallyRom]

Instant VOR

[Paul.cozmo]

My question is how had it been allowed to get to condition?

[kevinn.cannd]

Regardless of you been stopped by dvsa or traffic inspection it be defective tyre not worth risk and fines

[philip-tactic]

No way pg9

[2930-iainho]

I wouldn't drive on that personally, may be legal but would have weakened the tyre increasing the likelihood of a blowout.

[andros9]

Erm lets have a little think

[rogers.impers]

If you think you’re doing the company a favour by driving it like that you’re not. That’s a pg9 and a visit to the traffic commissioner if cord is showing. Not to mention enough points on the operators OCRS score to likely take them to red.

[PHILEGAN]

No way can go at anytime

[Bentoney]

She'll be alright mate.

[hainstone]

Not a chance!

[LOUITyANN]

Can’t believe you need to ask!

[rushance433]

Can’t believe you need to ask!

I’m confident in my ability to assess a tyres safety. As I stated above, I made my decision and took necessary steps before posting. I just wanted to make sure I had some evidenced support from fellow drivers should I have needed it.
Also, it might help a new driver to see an example like this and how to handle it, which might help them in the future.

[LOUITyANN]

Can’t believe you need to ask!

I’m confident in my ability to assess a tyres safety. As I stated above, I made my decision and took necessary steps before posting. I just wanted to make sure I had some evidenced support from fellow drivers should I have needed it.
Also, it might help a new driver to see an example like this and how to handle it, which might help them in the future.

I really hope as a new driver they would really not use as the cpc still fresh!

[tuchowZipp]

Even if the cord is not showing, it's long and deep. Not safe to drive.

[Sysenon]

No

[scotterco-557]

No

Top Job No 1 driver !!

[DoyoBBzer]

It has damage so its integrity (and the companies) has gone. Remember it’s your licence. If they force you to drive on it I’d be saying see ya

[newnum]

It's illegal.
It doesn't matter what your fitter says.
If VOSA stop you, you will be our of pocket and possibly lose your licence.
As for the Company, they may lose their licence to trade.
Refuse point blank to drive it.

[martion]

I wouldn't be driving with that as a tyre no chance

[mark4elloq]

100% no

[Normaly]

No f**king way

[simoncu56]

Nah that wouldn't be going anywhere, it's likely to de-laminate, and blow out.

[Ellinxte]

This is a joke right!!??

[Tristange]

I would 1000% not even get that coach into gear with my card in it shame on any operator sending a motor out in that poor condition it's an absolute nightmare accident waiting to happen especially in this heat .

[ItravecAztec]

That's not a coach tyre

[rushance433]

That's not a coach tyre

no?

[Frenchamo]

I wouldn’t drive it half a mile to the fuel station, it’s staying where it is!

[stepiqua]

No that's highly unsafe stand the vehicle anything goes wrong with this. You are responsible if you have taken the vehicle out of your yard.

[Rensup]

No

[scotterco-557]

Nope ... Nor would I expect a driver to move the vehicle.

[lower1nque]

No chance

[136_lewismequ]

More to the point … how many people would notice ?

[Robertio]

It wouldn't be going anywhere until changed.

[Gaid3oter]

Definitely not

[GaryAndo]

NO

[tonymple]

Name and shame

[anthood]

Name and shame

like being in work

[McLeoddge]

No

[greenmu]

I believe vosa would put the vehicle of the road and the company/driver would get fined

[maxiMatt]

not a chance !

[DERMULLID]

No way, I wouldn’t risk it my life, my passengers & other road users, mechanic is not responsible for anything happens on the road, not even the owner, your boss, your mum or even a God , at the end of the day , You as a driver taking all risk on your shoulders !
Massive No from me & for me You’ve made a right decision, well done mate