2006 Vauxhall Tigra 1.4L Petrol · RF06 LWX

The 2025‑12‑18 MOT passed the Vauxhall Tigra, but the list of advisories – oil leak, minor exhaust leak, a severely worn and pitted front brake disc, very thin brake pads, a corroded brake pipe and a deteriorated near‑side front lower anti‑roll bar ball joint dust cover – shows that the vehicle’s condition is deteriorating rather than stabilising. Since the 2020‑12‑07 test the number of serious advisories has increased, indicating a worsening maintenance trend. With 106,295 miles recorded at the 2025 test, the car averages about 5,300 miles per year, a figure that is low for a 20‑year‑old model but reflects a period of rapid mileage accumulation between 2017 and 2020 (from 77,897 to 94,615 miles) followed by a steadier increase of roughly 1,000–4,000 miles annually in the past three years. No major gaps appear in the record; the interval between the 2024 and 2025 tests is only 1,245 miles, suggesting regular use. A buyer should first examine the front suspension: check for play in the track‑rod end ball joint, inspect the anti‑roll bar linkage dust cover and lower suspension arm bushes for excessive movement, and verify the condition of the constant‑velocity gaiters. The heavily worn and pitted front brake disc, very thin pads and corroded brake pipe demand a close look at disc thickness, pad wear and the integrity of the hydraulic lines. Tyre perishing on both front wheels and the history of inner‑edge wear point to a need to assess sidewall condition and tread depth, while the recurring oil leak and minor exhaust leak should be inspected for source and any underlying corrosion. Overall the vehicle is roadworthy only with caution; the combination of advanced brake wear, compromised suspension components and ongoing fluid leaks indicates that immediate replacement of brake parts, suspension bushes and verification of the oil leak are essential before purchase.