Hi. It did not get any worse and noting other peoples experiences I have come to the conclusion that it is normal. The ND2 2.0L engine is significantly different to the ND1 2.0L engine which may be the reason for the different sound when cold. The engine does make a tapping/knocking noise when cold right up to the point that it has warmed up to normal operating temperature. It is then significantly quieter.
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