97.8% of McLaren 720S models passed the 2024 MOT (a rough estimate from 553 first tests): 95.8% at the first attempt and 2.0% after a fix at the test centre (PRS).Fewer than 1 in 10 failed the first attempt.For its age, it fails 74% less often than normal: MOT Risk Index 25.9 (95% CI 17.4–38.4; 100 = normal).
McLaren 720S at a glance, 2024 MOT
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
MOT pass rate
97.8
%
incl. 2.0% fixed at the test centre
2024
553
Passed at the first attempt
95.8
%
all first tests
2024
553
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 17.4–38.4)
25.9
index
100 = normal for its age · rank 27 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)
2024
553
Biggest excess: Identification of the vehicle
0.9
per 100
0.3 same-age
2019–2024
1905
Dangerous defects
0.3
per 100
11.2 UK, not age-adjusted
2019–2024
1905
Advisory items
15.7
per 100
127.1 UK, not age-adjusted
2019–2024
1905
MOT Risk Index · McLaren 720S. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 27 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 10 and 61 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 19.9 to 25.9 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.
What actually fails on a McLaren 720S MOT, and how often?
McLaren 720S MOTs fail most often on visibility: 1.7 per 100 tests, against 5.0 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 1,905).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Visibility
1.7
per 100
5.0
2019–2024
32
Suspension
1.3
per 100
2.0
2019–2024
25
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
1.2
per 100
3.2
2019–2024
23
Identification of the vehicle
0.9
per 100
0.3
2019–2024
18
Noise, emissions and leaks
0.8
per 100
0.7
2019–2024
15
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,905 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
My McLaren 720S got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?
McLaren 720S MOTs flag tyres most: 10.7 advisories per 100 tests, against 39.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 1,905).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Tyres
10.7
per 100
39.7
2019–2024
204
Suspension
3
per 100
26.2
2019–2024
58
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,905 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
What is likely to fail next on a McLaren 720S?
For McLaren 720S models aged 3 to 5 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is suspension: 1.5% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 881).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 221 cars)
2.7
% next fail
2019–2024
221
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
1.5
% next fail
2019–2024
881
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
0.7
% next fail
2019–2024
881
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How often does a McLaren 720S get a dangerous MOT defect?
The McLaren 720S gets a dangerous defect less often than the UK average: 0.3 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 4.7 major and 1.8 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).
Dangerous defects: 0.3 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Dangerous defects
0.3
per 100
11.2
2019–2024
1905
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,905 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Will my McLaren 720S still pass its MOT in a few years?
First-time MOT failures for the McLaren 720S go from 5.9% at age 3 (rough estimate: 68 tests, 95% interval 2.3–14.2%) to 2.4% at age 7 (rough estimate: 84 tests, 95% interval 0.7–8.3%), against 20.2% for all cars aged 7 (rough estimate: 84 tests, 95% interval 0.7–8.3%) (2024, n = 553).
Age 3 (rough estim: 5.9. Age 7 (rough estim: 2.4. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3 (rough estimate: 68 tests, 95% interval 2.3–14.2%)
5.9
% failed first time
12.4
2024
68
Age 4 (rough estimate: 68 tests, 95% interval 1.5–12.2%)
4.4
% failed first time
13.1
2024
68
Age 5 (rough estimate: 142 tests, 95% interval 2.4–9.8%)
4.9
% failed first time
15.1
2024
142
Age 6 (rough estimate: 187 tests, 95% interval 1.8–7.5%)
3.7
% failed first time
17.5
2024
187
Age 7 (rough estimate: 84 tests, 95% interval 0.7–8.3%)
2.4
% failed first time
20.2
2024
84
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How does the McLaren 720S compare with cars of its own age and size?
At every age shown, McLaren 720S models fail first time no more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 6, where they fail less often: 4.7% against 16.1% (2024, n = 275).
Age 3: 6.9. Age 6: 4.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3
6.9
% fail
10.8
2024
593
Age 4
4.9
% fail
12.3
2024
510
Age 5
4.3
% fail
14.2
2024
418
Age 6
4.7
% fail
16.1
2024
275
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How much does it cost to fix a McLaren 720S MOT fail?
Expected repair cost per McLaren 720S MOT: about £6 (up to about £11 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 553).
Computed, not measured.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Expected repair bill
5.6
GBP estimate
modal price catalogue
price catalogue
553
Estimated range lower
5.6
GBP estimate
modal price catalogue
price catalogue
553
Estimated range upper
10.7
GBP estimate
modal price catalogue
price catalogue
553
Suspension: Suspension coil spring (single corner)
2.3
GBP expected contribution
180
price catalogue
553
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)
1.7
GBP expected contribution
140
price catalogue
553
Noise, emissions and leaks: Exhaust rear silencer
1.6
GBP expected contribution
200
price catalogue
553
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Is the McLaren 720S more reliable than similar cars?
Of 8 similar models, 5 fail less often for their age than the McLaren 720S and 3 as often or more. The McLaren 720S has an MOT Risk Index of 25.9, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 553).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
McLaren 720S (this model)
25.9
index
100 = normal
2024
553
McLaren 570
37.3
index
25.9
2024
823
Bentley Mulsanne
25.1
index
25.9
2024
949
Ferrari 812
30
index
25.9
2024
703
Rolls-Royce Wraith
19
index
25.9
2024
579
Porsche 718
30.6
index
25.9
2024
995
Ferrari 488
24.5
index
25.9
2024
1645
Lamborghini Huracan
19.2
index
25.9
2024
986
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Rolls-Royce Ghost
16.4
index
25.9
2024
850
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How many miles does a McLaren 720S normally do?
McLaren 720S: Age 3 median (rough estimate) is 6536 miles (2024).
Age 3 median (roug: 6536. Age 7 P75 (rough e: 19091. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3 median (rough estimate)
6536
miles
2024
68
Age 4 median (rough estimate)
10828
miles
2024
68
Age 5 median (rough estimate)
11580
miles
2024
142
Age 5 P25 (rough estimate)
7703
miles
2024
142
Age 5 P75 (rough estimate)
17141
miles
2024
142
Age 6 median (rough estimate)
12685
miles
2024
187
Age 6 P25 (rough estimate)
7221
miles
2024
187
Age 6 P75 (rough estimate)
16765
miles
2024
187
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 7 median (rough estimate)
14562
miles
2024
84
Age 7 P25 (rough estimate)
10316
miles
2024
84
Age 7 P75 (rough estimate)
19091
miles
2024
84
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How many miles does a McLaren 720S last?
0.0% of McLaren 720S models tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 0.0% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 0).
100,000 miles (rou: 0. 200,000 miles (rou: 0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
100,000 miles (rough estimate: 0 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.2%)
0
% of tested cars
2024
0
150,000 miles (rough estimate: 0 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.2%)
0
% of tested cars
2024
0
200,000 miles (rough estimate: 0 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.2%)
0
% of tested cars
2024
0
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Is the McLaren 720S driven more or less than average, and does that change the picture?
Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the McLaren 720S index is 60.9, against 34.2 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 553).
Age and mileage adjusted index: 34.2 vs 60.9. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age and mileage adjusted index
60.9
index
34.2
2019–2024
553
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Where in Britain does the McLaren 720S fail its MOT most?
McLaren 720S fails first-time MOTs most in Guildford (GU): 13.3% against 5.3% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 105).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
St Albans (AL) (rough estimate: 175 tests, 95% interval 3.1–10.2%)
5.7
% fail first time
4.2
2024
175
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Is a McLaren 720S ULEZ compliant?
All McLaren 720S models tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).
Computed, not measured.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Likely compliant
100
% estimate
2024
553
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
What do six years of MOTs show about owning a McLaren 720S?
0.6% of McLaren 720S MOT histories showed the odometer going backwards (2019–2024, n = 521).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Decreasing odometer
0.6
% mileage anomaly
observed chains
2019–2024
521
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How many years is a McLaren 720S likely to last?
McLaren 720S models aged 5 are forecast to keep taking MOTs for at least 1.4 more years; the survival curve is observed only until age 7, so the true figure is likely higher.
Computed, not measured.
Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (survival forecast)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 7)
1.4
years forecast
survival forecast
0
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Which McLaren 720S models are still on the road?
In 2024, at least as many McLaren 720S models were tested at age 4 as at ages 4 to 6 (2024, n = 510).
Age 3 (at least as: 100. Age 7 (rough estim: 16.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
593
Age 4
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
510
Age 5
82
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
418
Age 6
53.9
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
275
Age 7 (rough estimate: 84 tests, 95% interval 0.7–8.3%)
16.5
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
84
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Has the McLaren 720S had safety recalls?
DVSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns matched to the McLaren 720S; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
DVSA recall campaigns matched
2
campaigns
DVSA register
DVSA register
553
Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
What does a McLaren 720S cost to run in a fleet?
Of every 100 McLaren 720S models tested at age 5, about 5 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate); at age 6, about 4 (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 5 (rough estimate: 142 tests, 95% interval 2.4–9.8%)
4.9
% fail first time
2024
142
Age 6 (rough estimate: 187 tests, 95% interval 1.8–7.5%)
3.7
% fail first time
2024
187
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
What have dealers been told about the McLaren 720S? (US market)
NHTSA lists 121 US technical service bulletins for the McLaren 720S (US market, Mclaren 720S, model years 2018–2019 only); a count, not a UK failure rate.
NHTSA, US market, Mclaren 720S, model years 2018–2019 only; covers 211 of 761 models, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (NHTSA)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
US service bulletins
121
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Year 2015
1
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Year 2017
7
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Year 2018
21
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Year 2019
23
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Year 2020
11
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Year 2021
29
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Year 2022
8
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Full table
Further values · NHTSA
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Year 2024
6
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Year 2025
10
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Year 2026
5
bulletins
NHTSA
NHTSA
553
Source: NHTSA, US market, Mclaren 720S, model years 2018–2019 only; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
What do owners complain about? (US market)
The most common US owner complaint about the McLaren 720S to NHTSA concerns suspension: 1 complaints (US market, Mclaren 720S, model years 2018–2019 only).
NHTSA, US market, Mclaren 720S, model years 2018–2019 only; covers 211 of 761 models, 24 Sep 2026.
McLaren 720S: the numbers behind this answer (NHTSA + 2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Suspension
1
complaints
NHTSA + 2024
1
Source: NHTSA, US market, Mclaren 720S, model years 2018–2019 only; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA + 2024 · n = 553 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Does the month of a McLaren 720S MOT matter?
McLaren 720S models fail first time most in March (10.1%, against 28.3% for all cars that month) and least in December (3.0%) (2024, n = 553).
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McLaren 720S MOT: quick answers
What is the McLaren 720S first-time MOT pass rate?
95.8% of first attempts passed in 2024 (553 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.
Why does this number differ from other sites?
Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 553 primary tests: 4.16% failed first time and 97.8% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 25.9 is shown separately.