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2015 BMW M4 3.0L Petrol · UY57 ARE

UY57 ARE

2015 BMW M4 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2015. Recorded mileage 65,936 miles. MOT expired on 04 May 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
BMW M4
Year / Origin
2015
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 04 May 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
65,936 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 3.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 04 May 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2015
Engine
2979cc
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UY57 ARE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2025
  • 65,936 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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UY57 ARE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 14:42
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 BMW M4 (UY57 ARE) between March 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 06 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”; “Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”.

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UY57 ARE Mileage History

  1. 25/03/202257,572 mi
  2. 13/03/202359,552 mi+1,980 mi
  3. 03/05/202465,150 mi+5,598 mi
  4. 04/05/202465,150 mi
  5. 06/05/202565,936 mi+786 mi

Average of roughly 2,685 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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Known faults for BMW M4

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Buying Score
78/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£3,500-£4,500
Mileage
The current mileage of 65,936 is well be...

Our Verdict

A strong candidate for a performance buy

Given the high-performance nature of the 2979cc petrol engine, your primary focus should be on verifying a comprehensive service history. While the MOT history is clean of mechanical defects, an MOT is not a substitute for regular oil changes and component inspections. Ask for proof of recent brake and tyre maintenance, as these are high-wear items on an M4.

When viewing the car, check for any signs of modifications that might affect the legality or safety of the vehicle, especially considering the 2024 failure for non-conforming registration plates. Ensure the blue paintwork is free of significant stone chips, which can be common on high-performance vehicles driven at speed, and verify that all electronic systems are functioning correctly.

Running this 3.0L petrol M4 will be significantly more expensive than a standard hatchback. Expect higher-than-average fuel consumption and a higher insurance group due to the vehicle's performance capabilities. Tax bands for a 2979cc engine of this era are typically higher than smaller displacement models.

Maintenance costs should be budgeted for premium components, particularly tyres and brakes. While the MOT history has not flagged any recent issues, the cost of parts for an M-series BMW is inherently higher. An estimated annual running cost for fuel, tax, insurance, and routine maintenance is roughly £3,500-£4,500, depending on driving style and insurance profile.

Focus your inspection on the registration plates to ensure they now meet legal standards, following the failure noted in May 2024. Although no mechanical failures were recorded in the MOT history, you should manually inspect the tyre tread and condition, as 'tyre' is a top failure reason for this model aggregate.

Check the suspension components, specifically coil springs, as these are identified as a common failure point for this model type. Additionally, given the mileage of 65,936, inspect the brake discs and pads for wear, and listen for any unusual noises from the drivetrain during a test drive to ensure the mechanical integrity matches the clean MOT record.

This 2015 BMW M4 presents with relatively low mileage of 65,936 miles, which is significantly lower than the model average of 5,456 miles per year for its age. The MOT history shows a consistent pass record, with only one minor failure in May 2024 regarding non-conforming registration plates. Aside from that single plate issue, the vehicle has recorded no mechanical defects or advisories across its recent testing history.

The BMW M4 shows a high average MOT pass rate of 90.4% across 12,540 analysed vehicles, suggesting generally robust mechanical standards.

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