Vauxhall Tigra Wiper Motor Replacement Parts

The Vauxhall Tigra was produced in two distinct generations: the original Tigra A ran from 1994 to 2000, and the Tigra B (also known as the TwinTop) ran from 2004 to 2009. These two generations are mechanically very different, so you need a wiper motor from the correct generation for your car. When contacting a breaker, quote your registration to confirm which generation you have.

Both the 2005 and 2008 Tigra fall within the Tigra B (TwinTop) generation, which ran from 2004 to 2009, so the wiper motor is very likely to be compatible across those years. For wiper motors, generation match is the key factor, and both cars sit within the same generation. Always confirm with the breaker against your exact registration before purchasing.

The Tigra A and Tigra B are entirely separate generations with different bodyshells and electrical systems, so a wiper motor from one generation is very unlikely to fit the other. These two generations span a clear boundary, and crossing it with a specific part is something you should route through the breaker, confirming against your registration. Do not assume interchangeability across this boundary.

No — trim level does not affect wiper motor fitment on the Tigra; the motor is determined by the generation (Tigra A or Tigra B) and whether it is a front or rear unit, not by whether the car is a base, Sport, or other trim variant. A wiper motor from a lower or higher trim car of the same generation should be mechanically the same. Bear in mind that cosmetic surrounds or finishers may differ slightly between trim levels, but the motor itself should interchange within the same generation.

Yes, front and rear wiper motors are different parts with different mountings, connectors, and gearing, so you must specify which you need when contacting a breaker. Confirm with the breaker whether your particular Tigra body style has a rear wiper fitted, as not all variants do, and they can verify against your registration. Ordering the wrong unit — front versus rear — will mean the part does not fit regardless of generation.

It is possible that Vauxhall shared wiper motor components across models of the same era — for example, the Tigra B shares its platform with the Corsa C — but you should not assume interchangeability without checking. The breaker will be best placed to confirm whether a motor from a Corsa or other Vauxhall of the same period matches your Tigra's generation and specification. Always provide your registration when asking so the breaker can verify the part against your exact vehicle.