2006 Alfa Romeo GT 2.0L Petrol · RF06 EYU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in October 2025 at 65,353 miles resulted in a pass with an advisory for low rear handbrake efficiency. This follows a period of instability in late 2024 where the parking brake and lighting caused multiple failures. While the vehicle is currently legal, the recurring issues with the braking system suggest it requires consistent attention. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,200 miles annually. There is a gap in usage between October 2023 at 55,406 miles and October 2024 at 60,989 miles, where the car covered over 5,500 miles in a year. However, it then covered 4,390 miles in the short eleven-month window between the November 2024 and the October 2025 tests. This low-use pattern suggests the car sits stationary for long periods, which often accelerates the degradation of rubber components and leads to seized or sticky brakes. A buyer must physically inspect the braking system, as the tester flagged low efficiency in both 2024 and 2025. The offside rear parking brake mechanism should be checked for seized adjusters or corroded cables. Furthermore, the deteriorated offside front drive shaft boot noted in 2023 needs verification to ensure it was replaced and has not begun leaking grease again. Given the age and low mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion in the sills and rear suspension mounting points is vital, as these are common failure points for this model that occur regardless of the distance driven.