The Mishimoto MMLP-F80-15 License Plate Relocation Kit lets 2015-2020 BMW F8X M3 and M4 owners run a front plate without drilling the bumper. The manufacturer says it mounts to the OEM front tow hook with no permanent modifications required. The bracket is fabricated from high-strength 6061 aluminum, with an anodized black shaft and powder-coated black plate bracket. The kit is listed for the S55 engine, Engine Codes: S55B30T0.
Compared with a cheap no-name tow hook mount, the kit's main advantages are its angle and airflow. It is angled to follow contours of the bumper and reduce wind resistance and allows full airflow through cooling stack. The manufacturer also states it was designed and tested to work without interfering with front parking sensors. Owners on user forums often say tow-hook placement looks offset, so this is a trade-off to weigh before buying. Mishimoto backs the kit with its lifetime warranty.
No. The manufacturer says the kit mounts to the factory front tow hook and requires no permanent modifications, so the bumper stays intact.
The manufacturer states the kit was designed and tested to work without interfering with front parking sensors.
The manufacturer specifies 40 ft-lbs for the tow hook shaft.
Owners on user forums commonly report that tow-hook mounts sit off-center, and opinions on the look vary. The manufacturer's fitment and placement details should be confirmed before purchase if centered placement matters to you.
The manufacturer rates this kit as an easy install and estimates it takes under 15 minutes. Because the tow hook shaft has a specific torque requirement, you will need a torque wrench set to 40 ft-lbs, plus the included stainless-steel plate screws. Check the plate's position and clearance against the bumper before final tightening, and confirm the torque and fitment details against the manufacturer's install guide, which is available as a PDF from Mishimoto.
