2009 BMW Alpina 2.0L Diesel · FJ09 JVF

The 2009 BMW Alpina presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 9 April 2026 at 99,333 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, following two earlier passes in February 2026 at 99,112 miles. The failed test on 18 February 2026 at the same mileage shows no defects listed, indicating a administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault, with the vehicle passing the next day. Across the five-year record from April 2023 to April 2026, the car cleared every test with zero advisories. The recorded mileage of 99,333 against a 17-year-old vehicle equates to roughly 5,843 miles per year, which is low for the age. The test on 5 April 2023 at 92,567 miles and the next on 3 April 2024 at 95,452 miles show about 2,885 miles covered in that year. From April 2024 to February 2026 the car added only 3,681 miles, confirming light use. Such low annual coverage combined with the clean record suggests the previous keeper stored the car for long periods and kept basic upkeep current, though standing time can hide perished rubber components. A buyer should still inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for age-related cracking, as the Alpina's lowered setup loads these parts despite low miles. Brake discs and calipers warrant a check for corrosion or binding after the long idle spells implied by the mileage. The absence of any structural or exhaust advisories in the record is a positive sign, but underside corrosion around subframes should be confirmed visually given the vehicle's 2009 build date.