Lamborghini Aventador
From 1,506 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer and number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off. The top issue, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, caused 7 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 7 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 4 |
| number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off | 3 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 3 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 2 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 1 |
| emissions test unable to be completed | 1 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 1 |
Lamborghini Aventador on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 10 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 1 newly registered, a net loss of 9.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 443 | 220 | +1 | -0 | +14 |
| 2025 Q2 | 432 | 217 | +0 | -0 | +2 |
| 2025 Q1 | 416 | 231 | +0 | -10 | -10 |
| 2024 Q4 | 416 | 241 | +0 | -0 | +8 |
| 2024 Q3 | 448 | 201 | +0 | -12 | -12 |
| 2024 Q2 | 469 | 192 | +0 | -0 | +17 |
| 2024 Q1 | 433 | 211 | +0 | -16 | -16 |
| 2023 Q4 | 438 | 222 | +0 | -13 | -13 |
2 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aventador V12 S-A | Petrol | 236 | 77% |
| Aventador S Lp 740-4 S-A | Petrol | 69 | 23% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 96.8% | lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer, emissions levels exceed default limits |
| 2017 | 99.7% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2016 | 97.9% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2015 | 82.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
1 earlier years
| 2014 | 99.2% | - |
Typical mileage
Half of all Aventadors tested had between 6,615 and 14,866 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,527 median miles, the Aventador has 0.029 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Lamborghini models
Common questions
What is the Lamborghini Aventador MOT pass rate?
The Lamborghini Aventador has a 96.7% MOT pass rate based on 1,506 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Lamborghini Aventador?
The most common MOT failure on the Lamborghini Aventador is engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer.
How many Lamborghini Aventadors are on UK roads?
There are 443 Lamborghini Aventadors currently licensed on UK roads, with 220 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Lamborghini Aventador at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Lamborghini Aventador is 11,527 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,615 and 14,866 miles.
Buying a used Aventador?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.