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McLaren 540

White · Petrol · 2020 · 3,799 cc

K40 MLEMOT history

K40 MLE is a white petrol McLaren 540 first used on 29 Sept 2020. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 3 of 5 MOT tests, with 26,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
26,650 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
5
3 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 MLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
McLaren
Model
540
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,799 cc
Year of manufacture
2020
First used
29 Sept 2020
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 MLE was last recorded at 26,650 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,312 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
338 miles
Average per year
4,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 26,650 miles
  • 2025 – 26,312 miles
  • 2024 – 20,060 miles
  • 2023 – 14,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,650 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

5 tests since 7 Dec 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,650 miles (+338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    26,650 miles
    Test number
    888583008497
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail26,312 miles (+43)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,312 miles
    Test number
    603323990083
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  3. Fail26,269 miles (+6,209)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,269 miles
    Test number
    619020804075
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard Bank 1 (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard Bank 2 (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass20,060 miles (+5,126)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    20,060 miles
    Test number
    136079247313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass14,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    14,934 miles
    Test number
    351081280677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 MLE

Does K40 MLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 MLE is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 MLE?
The MOT on K40 MLE is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 MLE done?
K40 MLE was recorded at 26,650 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 4,936 miles a year.
Has K40 MLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 MLE has failed 2 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on K40 MLE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K40 MLE find?
K40 MLE passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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