2018 Mclaren 720S V8 S-A 4.0L Petrol · 7 PJW

The 2018 McLaren 720S presents a completely clean MOT record, with its most recent test conducted on 19 June 2025 at 15,187 miles producing zero defects, advisories, or fails. This marks five consecutive passes with no recorded faults across the entire documented history, indicating a stable and improving maintenance trajectory. The vehicle has never presented a single item requiring attention under DVSA inspection standards, which for a high-performance mid-engine supercar of this calibre demonstrates consistent mechanical care and no emerging deterioration trends. The mileage accumulation tells a story of exceptionally low use. From 4,420 miles recorded on 15 June 2021 to 15,187 miles on 19 June 2025, the car covered just 10,767 miles over four years, averaging approximately 2,692 miles per annum. The most recent annual increment between July 2024 and June 2025 was 2,524 miles, consistent with the longer-term pattern. There are no anomalous jumps or gaps in the odometer readings that would suggest clocking or extended periods of disuse causing concern. The annual test intervals are regular and evenly spaced, reinforcing that this vehicle has been in active, if light, service throughout its life. Despite the flawless MOT record, a prospective buyer should approach the inspection with the same rigour applied to any low-mileage performance car. Extended periods of standing can cause flat-spotting on tyres, moisture ingress in brake fluid leading to reduced boiling points, and deterioration of rubber suspension bushes and seals through ozone cracking rather than use-based wear. The front subframe, rear suspension mounting points, and exhaust system should be examined for surface corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles often develop superficial rust from condensation cycles rather than road salt exposure. Brake discs and pads may exhibit uneven deposits from short, low-temperature journeys typical of supercar ownership. The McLaren 720S uses a complex hydraulic suspension system and carbon-ceramic brake components that require specific operational conditions to perform correctly. A pre-purchase inspection should include a diagnostic scan of the vehicle's electronic control modules to confirm no dormant fault codes, a fluid analysis of brake and transmission oils for moisture content, and a thorough underbody examination. The clean MOT history provides strong baseline confidence, but the low annual mileage demands attention to condition-based deterioration that standard MOT testing does not fully capture.