McLaren Common MOT Problems (2026)
McLaren models ranked by MOT fail rate, with typical issues to check for cars of each age and type. Based on 11,264 MOT tests (DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024, retests included).
Average McLaren MOT pass rate: 97%
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McLaren Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021)
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Typical Issues (estimate) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | McLaren 570 | 3% | Lighting defects, Suspension stress, Tyre wear | |
| 2 | McLaren 720S V8 S-A | 1% | Lighting defects, Suspension stress, Tyre wear | |
| 3 | McLaren 600LT V8 S-A | 1% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Lighting defects |
Most Reliable McLaren Models
Lowest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021). Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger.
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | McLaren 720S V8 S-A | 98% | |
| 2 | McLaren 600LT V8 S-A | 98% | |
| 3 | McLaren 570 | 97% |
All McLaren Models by Fail Rate
Every McLaren model and year with 300+ MOT tests (cars registered up to 2021), sorted by fail rate (highest first). Fuel type is shown as a guide.
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 570 | 2016 | 93% | 7% | |
| 570 | 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% | |
| 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% | |
| 600LT V8 S-A | 2020 | 99% | 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 wear and tyre condition, which are the most common reasons for failure across all makes in DVSA's published MOT statistics. Of the McLaren models with at least 1,000 tests, the McLaren 570 has the highest average fail rate at 3%.
Which McLaren model is the most reliable?
In our data, the McLaren 720S V8 S-A has the best MOT record of the McLaren models with at least 1,000 tests: 98% of its 2,805 MOT tests ended in a pass and 1% in a fail. The McLaren 600LT V8 S-A is level on 98%. Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare models of a similar age.
What is the average MOT pass rate for McLaren?
The average MOT pass rate for McLaren is 97%, based on 11,264 MOT tests across 13 models (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That means roughly 3% of MOT tests on McLaren cars ended in a fail.
McLaren Model Problem Guides
Typical issues to check, rough repair costs and year-by-year MOT pass rates for each McLaren model
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