2002 Lamborghini Murcielago 6.2L Petrol · 39 PF
2002 Lamborghini Murcielago (6.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2002. Recorded mileage 30,506 miles. MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAMBORGHINI MURCIELAGO
- Year / Origin
- 2002
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 30,506 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 6.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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39 PF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/01/2026
- 30,506 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
39 PF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Lamborghini Murcielago (39 PF) between February 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
39 PF Mileage History
- 29/02/202428,896 mi
- 28/01/202530,251 mi+1,355 mi
- 29/01/202530,251 mi
- 28/01/202630,506 mi+255 mi
- 30/01/202630,506 mi
Average of roughly 839 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Lamborghini Lamborghini Murciélago
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: LAMBORGHINI MURCIELAGO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- e-Gear Single-Clutch Wear and Hydraulic Actuator Failure(Serious)
The Murciélago's automated six-speed 'e-Gear' transmission utilizes a single-plate dry clutch operated by an electro-hydraulic actuator pack and electric high-pressure hydraulic pump. In stop-start British traffic, repeated hill starts, and reversing maneuvers, the control unit slips the clutch heavily, causing accelerated friction plate wear that can exhaust clutch life within 10,000 to 18,000 miles. Furthermore, internal hydraulic actuator solenoid valves can leak or stick, and electric priming pump motors can overheat and fail, leaving the transmission unable to select forward gears or trapped in neutral. Clutch replacement requires a comprehensive engine-out operation costing around £5,000, while complete hydraulic actuator pack replacement can reach £12,000–£15,000.
- Scissor Door Lower Hem Corrosion and Outer Sill Rubbing(Moderate)
Although the Murciélago makes extensive use of carbon-fibre composite for its outer bodywork, roof, and undertray, the signature front-hinged scissor doors are fabricated from aluminium sheet over a steel frame. Road spray, mud, and de-icing salt thrown up by the front wheels penetrate the unsealed lower door seam drains. This leads to electrolytic bubbling beneath the paint along the bottom hem of the door skins. In addition, worn door hinge gas struts and hinge bracket alignment drift can cause the heavy doors to drop slightly over time, causing the painted aluminium door base to scuff heavily against the wide carbon-composite sill covers, stripping paint and exposing bare metal to rapid oxidation.
- Variable Valve Timing Variator Drift and Ignition Misfires(Moderate)
The 6.2-litre and 6.5-litre V12 engines utilize multi-stage timing chains and intake/exhaust variable valve timing (VVT) actuated by hydraulic cam phase variators. These high-revving dry-sump engines consume notable quantities of engine oil—frequently up to 1.0 litre per 1,000 miles in spirited road use. If owners fail to monitor oil levels religiously between annual services, aeration or varnish buildup in the VVT solenoids leads to cam timing deviation. This triggers intermittent ignition misfires, rough idle, loss of high-rpm power, or a refusal of the engine to start cleanly. Correcting severe timing drift or replacing degraded cam sensors and solenoid valves requires extensive labour in the cramped engine bay.
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- e-Gear Single-Clutch Wear and Hydraulic Actuator FailureSerious
The Murciélago's automated six-speed 'e-Gear' transmission utilizes a single-plate dry clutch operated by an electro-hydraulic actuator pack and electric high-pressure hydraulic pump. In stop-start British traffic, repeated hill starts, and reversing maneuvers, the control unit slips the clutch heavily, causing accelerated friction plate wear that can exhaust clutch life within 10,000 to 18,000 miles. Furthermore, internal hydraulic actuator solenoid valves can leak or stick, and electric priming pump motors can overheat and fail, leaving the transmission unable to select forward gears or trapped in neutral. Clutch replacement requires a comprehensive engine-out operation costing around £5,000, while complete hydraulic actuator pack replacement can reach £12,000–£15,000.
- Scissor Door Lower Hem Corrosion and Outer Sill RubbingModerate
Although the Murciélago makes extensive use of carbon-fibre composite for its outer bodywork, roof, and undertray, the signature front-hinged scissor doors are fabricated from aluminium sheet over a steel frame. Road spray, mud, and de-icing salt thrown up by the front wheels penetrate the unsealed lower door seam drains. This leads to electrolytic bubbling beneath the paint along the bottom hem of the door skins. In addition, worn door hinge gas struts and hinge bracket alignment drift can cause the heavy doors to drop slightly over time, causing the painted aluminium door base to scuff heavily against the wide carbon-composite sill covers, stripping paint and exposing bare metal to rapid oxidation.
- Variable Valve Timing Variator Drift and Ignition MisfiresModerate
The 6.2-litre and 6.5-litre V12 engines utilize multi-stage timing chains and intake/exhaust variable valve timing (VVT) actuated by hydraulic cam phase variators. These high-revving dry-sump engines consume notable quantities of engine oil—frequently up to 1.0 litre per 1,000 miles in spirited road use. If owners fail to monitor oil levels religiously between annual services, aeration or varnish buildup in the VVT solenoids leads to cam timing deviation. This triggers intermittent ignition misfires, rough idle, loss of high-rpm power, or a refusal of the engine to start cleanly. Correcting severe timing drift or replacing degraded cam sensors and solenoid valves requires extensive labour in the cramped engine bay.
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