2009 Vauxhall Tigra 1.4L Petrol · J27 TAS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed the latest test on 9 June 2026 at 116,840 miles, the record reveals a progression of corrosion-related issues. The tester flagged corrosion on the offside front outer vehicle sill and the rear suspension arm, indicating that the integrity of the chassis is beginning to fail. This follows a pattern of failures where critical suspension and braking components required immediate attention to meet safety standards in previous years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,873 miles per year. Between June 2024 at 110,268 miles and June 2026 at 116,840 miles, the car covered roughly 3,286 miles annually. This relatively low usage suggests light travel, but the mechanical failures in 2024—including multiple fractured coil springs and exposed tyre cords—suggest that preventative maintenance may have been neglected until components reached a point of failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody, specifically focusing on the integrity of the sills and suspension mounting points. The 2026 test noted corrosion on the sill, which is a high-risk area for a vehicle of this age. The braking system shows a recurring history of issues, with corroded pipes and binding calipers noted across the 2025 and 2026 records. The presence of an oil leak in the most recent report also requires investigation to determine if it is a minor seep or a significant engine seal failure.