Mclaren Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Mclaren model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 11,864 real MOT tests.
Average Mclaren MOT pass rate: 97%
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97%
Avg pass rate
3%
Avg fail rate
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Models tested
Mclaren Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mclaren 570 | 4% | Lighting defects, Suspension stress, Tyre wear | |
| 2 | Mclaren Unclassified | 4% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Lighting defects | |
| 3 | Mclaren 540 | 3% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Lighting defects | |
| 4 | Mclaren Mp4-12c | 3% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 5 | Mclaren Gt V8 S-a | 2% | Lighting defects, Suspension stress, Tyre wear |
Most Reliable Mclaren Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Mclaren models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mclaren 675 | 100% | |
| 2 | Mclaren 765lt V8 S-a | 100% | |
| 3 | Mclaren 650 | 100% | |
| 4 | Mclaren 675lt | 100% | |
| 5 | Mclaren 650s | 100% |
All Mclaren Models by Fail Rate
Every Mclaren model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unclassified | 2017 | 81% | 19% | |
| 570 | 2020 | 92% | 8% | |
| 570 | 2016 | 93% | 7% | |
| Gt V8 S-a | 2020 | 94% | 5% | |
| Mp4-12c | 2013 | 88% | 5% | |
| 540 | 2017 | 96% | 4% | |
| Senna V8 S-a | 2018 | 96% | 4% | |
| 570 | 2018 | 97% | 3% | |
| Mp4-12c | 2012 | 96% | 3% | |
| 600lt V8 S-a | 2018 | 97% | 3% | |
| 570 | 2017 | 97% | 2% | |
| 600lt V8 S-a | 2019 | 98% | 2% | |
| 720s V8 S-a | 2020 | 95% | 2% | |
| 720s V8 S-a | 2021 | 98% | 2% | |
| Unclassified | 2016 | 97% | 2% | |
| 720s V8 S-a | 2018 | 98% | 1% | |
| 570 | 2019 | 99% | 1% | |
| 720s V8 S-a | 2019 | 98% | 1% | |
| 720s V8 S-a | 2017 | 99% | 1% | |
| Gt V8 S-a | 2021 | 99% | 1% | |
| Mp4-12c | 2011 | 95% | 1% | |
| 540 | 2016 | 99% | 1% | |
| 600lt V8 S-a | 2020 | 99% | 0% | |
| 675 | 2016 | 100% | 0% | |
| 765lt V8 S-a | 2021 | 100% | 0% | |
| 650 | 2016 | 100% | 0% | |
| 600lt V8 S-a | 2021 | 100% | 0% | |
| Gt V8 S-a | 2019 | 100% | 0% | |
| Senna V8 S-a | 2019 | 98% | 0% | |
| 675lt | 2016 | 100% | 0% | |
| 650s | 2014 | 99% | 0% | |
| 650s | 2015 | 100% | 0% | |
| Unclassified | 2015 | 99% | 0% | |
| Unclassified | 2013 | 100% | 0% | |
| Unclassified | 2018 | 100% | 0% | |
| F1 | 2012 | 98% | 0% |
Mclaren MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Mclaren cars?
The most common MOT problems on Mclaren cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Mclaren diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The 570 has the highest average fail rate at 4%.
Which Mclaren model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Mclaren model in our data is the 675 with an average MOT pass rate of 100%. View all Mclaren models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Mclaren?
The average MOT pass rate for Mclaren is 97%, based on 11,864 MOT tests across 14 models. This means about 3% of Mclaren cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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