2017 Mclaren 570 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,253 MOT tests analysed for the 2017 Mclaren 570, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, tyres and other defects. Its pass rate of 94.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (87.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 2.6% | 33 |
| 2 | Tyres | 1.8% | 22 |
| 3 | Other defects | 1.7% | 21 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 13 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 6 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.4% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 28 |
| 2 | Coil spring | 21 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 14 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 12 |
| 5 | Catalyst emissions | 6 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 5 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.3% | 91 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.0% | 50 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.5% | 19 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.8% | 10 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.6% | 7 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.2% | 2 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,142 | 5.7% |
| 30-60k | 110 | 7.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 266 | 5.3% |
| 2022 | 254 | 7.5% |
| 2023 | 265 | 7.2% |
| 2024 | 227 | 4.0% |
| 2025 | 241 | 5.0% |
What to check before buying a 2017 570
Before buying a 2017 Mclaren 570, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 2.6% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (2.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (1.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Other defects (1.7% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2017 Mclaren 570s pass their MOT?
94.2% of the 1,253 2017 Mclaren 570 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2017 Mclaren 570?
Suspension, recorded in 2.6% of tests, followed by tyres (1.8%).
Does the 2017 570 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.7% in the 0-30k band to 7.3% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,253 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.