2006 BMW Alpina 4.4L Petrol · SA02 ALP

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a pattern of deferred maintenance on safety-critical components. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 82,539 miles was a pass, it carried a string of advisories that mirror the failures from previous years. The mechanical trend is stable in its poor state, as recurring issues such as brake pipe corrosion, suspension degradation, and tyre damage persist across multiple testing cycles rather than being addressed with comprehensive repairs. At 82,539 miles, this 20-year-old Alpina shows exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant gap of 5,362 miles between May 2023 and May 2024, and another 6,103 miles in the following year. This low-frequency usage pattern suggests the vehicle likely spends long periods of stationary, which explains the advanced perishing of rubber components and the persistent corrosion noted on the brake lines and coil springs despite the low total distance travelled. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the tester flagged corrosion on all four brake pipes since at least 2024. The parking brake efficiency failed in April 2025, and there is no evidence the mechanism has been fully overhauled or cleaned. Furthermore, the suspension requires urgent attention; the nearside rear shock absorber is leaking, and both rear coil springs show significant corrosion, which poses a risk of structural failure. The presence of distorted road wheels and consistently perished tyres indicates either impact damage or neglect of basic vehicle upkeep.