Quote Originally Posted by woofy View Post
I saw it mentioned here and there with the facelift Mk2s but never saw it on my pre FL Mk2. DIdn't hear about it again after a while so think it was a batch issue.
Thanks mate, that clears things up for me.

Quote Originally Posted by Martin View Post
Utter nonsense

My MK2 Octavia has 86k on the clock with no rear tyre wear issues
I changed the rear tyres to my preferred tyre choice at 14k - so I've now done 72k on 18" Michelin PS3's
My rear PS3's are about 50% worn through and have a lovey even wear pattern

A friend with a MK2 Octavia and 19" wheels put 180k on the car with no abnormal tyre wear
Thanks for your reply Martin, that puts my mind at ease.
One less thing I have to do when I take delivery.