1995 BMW M3 3.0L Petrol · M30 LFM

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 5 May 2026, but the report identifies a persistent minor exhaust leak at the front and a new, non-excessive oil leak from the nearside rear drive shaft seal. A concerning pattern of maintenance neglect is evident regarding the tyres. In both 2023 and 2025, all four tyres were recorded as being worn close to the legal limit, suggesting a habit of running consumables down to the minimum safety margin. The mechanical trend appears to be slowly worsening. The exhaust leak has remained unaddressed for at least a year, and the appearance of the drive shaft oil leak indicates that new seals are beginning to fail. The mileage is low for a 31-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,635 miles per year. While this implies lighter use, the combination of a deteriorated anti-roll bar dust cover in 2022 and the recent oil seal leak suggests the car may have spent long periods standing, which often causes rubber components to perish. A buyer should first inspect the exhaust system for further corrosion and check the nearside rear drive shaft for active oil leaks. It is also essential to check the current tyre tread depths and the age of the rubber, as the history suggests they may be neglected. Finally, examine all suspension rubber boots and joints for cracking or deterioration.