Lamborghini Murcielago Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Lamborghini Murcielago reliable? We analysed 2,664 real MOT tests across 316 vehicles to find out.
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The Lamborghini Murcielago is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced and headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lamborghini Murcielago.
Lamborghini Murcielago Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lamborghini Murcielago. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lamborghini Murcielago MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lamborghini Murcielago to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lamborghini Murcielago Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lamborghini Murcielago fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lamborghini Murcielago Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lamborghini Murcielago owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lamborghini Murcielago MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lamborghini Murcielago year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80 | 98.8% | 7,147 | 12,945 | 20,796 |
| 2009 | 216 | 94.0% | 3,898 | 10,524 | 24,718 |
| 2008 | 235 | 93.6% | 7,905 | 14,818 | 21,739 |
| 2007 | 351 | 94.9% | 7,955 | 13,758 | 20,158 |
| 2006 | 173 | 87.9% | 11,606 | 17,863 | 25,870 |
| 2005 | 316 | 88.9% | 10,552 | 15,909 | 22,160 |
| 2004 | 303 | 90.4% | 12,931 | 21,546 | 36,936 |
| 2003 | 527 | 88.6% | 10,593 | 17,936 | 27,669 |
| 2002 | 430 | 90.2% | 17,134 | 25,974 | 36,224 |
How Long Does a Lamborghini Murcielago Last?
Based on 316 Lamborghini Murcielago vehicles on UK roads.
Lamborghini Murcielago Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lamborghini Murcielago MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lamborghini Murcielago
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
98.8% MOT pass rate from 80 tests
87.9% MOT pass rate from 173 tests
The best year to buy a used Lamborghini Murcielago is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.8% across 80 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lamborghini Murcielago Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamborghini Murcielago THIS CAR | 91.2% | 2,664 | 17,534 mi | 24 yrs |
| Lamborghini Gallardo | 91.7% | 11,324 | 20,722 mi | 23 yrs |
| Lamborghini Huracan | 95.5% | 6,157 | 13,089 mi | 12 yrs |
| Lamborghini Aventador | 94.8% | 3,896 | 7,792 mi | 15 yrs |
| Ktm 690 Duke 12 | 87.7% | 1,385 | 8,188 mi | 14 yrs |
Compared to the Lamborghini Gallardo (91.7% pass rate) and the Lamborghini Huracan (95.5% pass rate), the Lamborghini Murcielago trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Lamborghini Murcielago has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.2% across 2,664 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Lamborghini Murcielago are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (32 recorded failures), registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (17), and headlamp aim too high (17). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Lamborghini Murcielago owner drives around 574 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Lamborghini Murcielago models stay on UK roads for around 24 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.