Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles, the 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mclaren 720s V8 S A (2017)

129 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.5% first-time pass rate

2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A

CarHunch analysed 129 real MOT records for the 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2017 McLaren 720S V8 achieves an 80.6% first-time MOT pass rate, marginally above the UK average of 80%, suggesting broadly reliable performance for a high-performance supercar of this age. Only 3.1% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and presents no material buyer concern.

These cars show modest average mileage of 11,703 miles—typical for a specialist vehicle often kept as a weekend or collection piece—and average just 0.21 failures per test, indicating the mechanical fundamentals hold up well. With less than one advisory per vehicle on average, the 720S demands little remedial attention; however, always commission an independent pre-purchase inspection by a McLaren-specialist technician, as the sophistication of the powerplant and electronics means routine MOT findings can mask expensive problems.

We have limited data for the 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

94.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.21

Over 4.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 7k–15k

For context

These stats describe 129 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	128	94.5%	0.21

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

10,696

typical

7,209

low mileage

14,961

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A vehicles fall between 7,209 and 14,961 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,209 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 7,209–14,961 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S As sit.

⚠ Over 20,197 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S A — Still on the Road

Most 2017 Mclaren 720s V8 S As are still being driven.

Strong survival — 72 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

4.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.21

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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