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McLaren 12C.
What to Check Before Buying.
The McLaren 12C marked the Woking marque's return to road cars in 2011, bringing Formula 1 technology to the supercar market. As McLaren's first series-production model in nearly two decades, it offers genuine performance credentials but also introduced teething troubles that early adopters discovered. Buyers today should scrutinise service history carefully and be aware of specific mechanical vulnerabilities that can prove expensive if overlooked.
⚠ Known issue
The 12C's hydraulic active suspension system has shown a tendency for failure that can leave the car undriveable and result in eye-watering repair bills - get the full picture before you buy.
⚠ Common MOT failure
Suspension component wear and hydraulic system faults
The average used car has 3+ known model faults the seller won't mention.
DVLA verified data
DVSA MOT history
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