Used Vauxhall Agila Bulkhead

The Agila ran in two generations: the A (2000–2004) and the B (2004–2015), and bulkheads are not interchangeable between them as the two cars are built on different platforms entirely. Within each generation the bulkhead pressing stays consistent, so a 2001 unit should suit any other Agila A, and a 2007 unit should suit other Agila B cars. Always confirm the exact year and generation with the breaker against your registration before buying.

A 2003 Agila is a first-generation Agila A, while a 2006 model is a second-generation Agila B, and these sit on completely different platforms with different body structures. The bulkhead will not cross that 2004 generation boundary, so you need to source a part specifically from an Agila B breaker car. Give the breaker both registration numbers and let them confirm compatibility before committing.

No — trim level makes no difference to bulkhead fitment on the Agila; the structure is the same whether the donor car is an Expression, Design, or Club. You may find minor cosmetic differences such as wiring loom clips or bracket positions depending on optional equipment fitted to the donor car, but the panel itself will be the correct one. Generation and body style are what matter, not the trim badge.

The Agila was offered in both 3-door and 5-door body styles, and it is worth confirming with the breaker whether the bulkhead pressing differs between them, as door count can affect surrounding panel geometry on some small hatchbacks. Route this question directly to the breaker with both registrations, as this is one of those details that can vary without being widely documented. Do not assume they are identical even within the same generation.

Mid-generation pressing changes are possible on any long-running model and the Agila B ran from 2004 to 2015, meaning subtle changes to panels may have occurred during production without a formal facelift announcement. This is exactly the kind of detail a good breaker will check by comparing your registration against their donor vehicle. Always confirm against your reg rather than relying on year alone.

Give the breaker your full registration number so they can check the generation, body style, and door count against their donor vehicle — these are the three things that determine whether a bulkhead will fit. Engine size and trim level can be ignored for this part. A reputable breaker will cross-reference both cars before quoting, and you should ask them to confirm this explicitly before any money changes hands.