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2018 Mclaren 570S 3.8L Petrol · LK18 FAJ

LK18 FAJ

2018 Mclaren 570S (3.8L, petrol). First registered 13 Aug 2018. Recorded mileage 28,142 miles. MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
MCLAREN 570S
Year / Origin
2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
28,142 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
3799cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in December 2025 at 28,142 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a significant lapse in oversight evidenced by a major failure just two months prior. While the most recent test indicates no current defects, the failure in October 2025 reveals a period where critical safety components were allowed to deteriorate to the point of necessitating extensive repair before the subsequent inspection. The mileage profile is consistently low for an eight-year-old supercar, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. The data shows steady usage between 2022 and 2024, with annual increments of roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles. The gap of only 80 miles between the October failure and the December pass in 2025 suggests the car likely sat stationary for extended periods. Such low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid seals, which may be linked to the recent mechanical failures. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry to ensure the repairs following the October failure were comprehensive. The October 2025 test flagged all four coil springs as fractured and both front shock absorbers with serious fluid leaks. This represents a systemic failure of the front suspension assembly that should be checked for improper alignment or remaining signs of worn bushings. Furthermore, the failure for exposed ply and cords on both front tyres indicates the previous owner neglected age-related tyre wear despite the low mileage, necessitating a check of the current rubber compound for dry cracking or flat spotting.
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LK18 FAJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
  • 28,142 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)

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LK18 FAJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 14:48
MOT Analysis

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 2018 Mclaren 570S (LK18 FAJ) between September 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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LK18 FAJ Mileage History

  1. 03/09/202218,290 mi
  2. 06/09/202322,205 mi+3,915 mi
  3. 05/09/202425,716 mi+3,511 mi
  4. 02/10/202528,062 mi+2,346 mi
  5. 01/12/202528,142 mi+80 mi

Average of roughly 3,037 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
2 dangerous defects found recently
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