Engine Ticks When It's Cold?

Question

I have a 2003 (52) registered Vauxhall Astra 2.2SRi. It has covered 58000 miles, full service history by Vauxhalls.

Ticking over is absolutely fine, but when I pull away when it's cold, I have a ticking noise that sounds like it's coming from the lower part of the engine. It's definitely not knocking in any way.

Suggestions please ^_^

Answer 1

my answer is try to check it out first on auto repair shop..

Answer 2

some times motors have piston slap where before the motor warms up the pistons have not expanded because they are not warm yet  it makes a small slapping noise against the cylinder wall. or it could be a sticky lifter