MCLAREN GT V8 S-A (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 99 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
99
Avg Mileage
16,414 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%.
At 5 years old, 100% of MCLAREN GT V8 S-As from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 99 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 16,414 miles.
How does the 2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A has 16,414 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MCLAREN GT V8 S-A by Year
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About the 2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A
The 2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A is a luxury with a 3994cc petrol engine. 99 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 0% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 16,414 miles at 5 years old, MCLAREN GT V8 S-A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A Fuel Costs
The 3994cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,037 (£170/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MCLAREN GT V8 S-A Reliability Trend
Older MCLAREN GT V8 S-As tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A
At 5 years old, the MCLAREN GT V8 S-A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 99 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2019 MCLAREN GT V8 S-A
The MCLAREN GT V8 S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol luxurys from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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- BMW X6 (2017) 92% pass rate (-8%) from 3,667 tests