2009 Vauxhall Tigra 1.4L Petrol · LS09 GGA

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing age-related component degradation. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 111,002 miles passed, the introduction of multiple advisories indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase requiring increased intervention. The transition from clean records in 2022 and 2025 to the current list of defects suggests that rubber components and mechanical seals are reaching the end of their operational life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 6,288 miles between December 2022 and December 2023, followed by a more rapid accumulation of 7,843 miles in the twenty-four months leading to January 2026. This steady usage suggests the car has not been neglected through inactivity, though the low annual mileage often leads to the drying out of seals and bushings, which explains the appearance of wear-related faults despite the relatively low total mileage. A buyer must prioritize inspecting the front suspension, as the nearside front lower suspension arm bush was flagged in the latest test, following a previous failure of the anti-roll bar linkage in late 2023. These recurring issues in the front end suggest the bushings are becoming perished. The recorded oil leak near the pressure switch area should be monitored closely to ensure it does not escalate or affect the drive belt. Additionally, the offside rear wheel bearing noted as rough in 2023 should be verified as silent to ensure the previous replacement was effective, as bearing failure does not self-correct.