McLaren MP4-12C
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 323 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests
323
Model Years
2011 to 2013
Years Covered
3
About the McLaren MP4-12C
The McLaren MP4-12C was MOT tested 323 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (2011 to 2013), with an average pass rate of 93%. That's comfortably above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2011) averages 24,584 miles, while the newest (2013) averages 23,556 miles.
Compared to the McLaren brand average of 97%, the MP4-12C is 4 points lower, placing it among the less reliable McLaren models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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McLaren MP4-12C by Year
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Questions about the McLaren MP4-12C
Is the McLaren MP4-12C reliable?
Across its 3 model years in our data (2011 to 2013), the McLaren MP4-12C averages a 93% MOT pass rate, from 323 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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