Can-am Spyder Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Can-am Spyder reliable? We analysed 5,220 real MOT tests across 692 vehicles to find out.
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The Can-am Spyder is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Can-am Spyder.
Can-am Spyder Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Can-am Spyder. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Can-am Spyder MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Can-am Spyder to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Can-am Spyder Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Can-am Spyder fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Can-am Spyder Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Can-am Spyder models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Can-am Spyder Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Can-am Spyder owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Can-am Spyder MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Can-am Spyder year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 107 | 91.6% | 4,332 | 8,981 | 14,432 |
| 2018 | 325 | 92.0% | 3,358 | 7,631 | 14,214 |
| 2017 | 545 | 93.0% | 4,536 | 8,705 | 14,754 |
| 2016 | 667 | 89.2% | 5,337 | 9,986 | 15,639 |
| 2015 | 492 | 92.1% | 4,276 | 9,939 | 16,816 |
| 2014 | 523 | 93.9% | 5,064 | 10,350 | 17,818 |
| 2013 | 163 | 92.6% | 3,400 | 8,110 | 11,902 |
| 2012 | 312 | 86.9% | 4,531 | 8,973 | 14,568 |
| 2011 | 332 | 93.1% | 3,602 | 9,252 | 15,302 |
| 2010 | 476 | 93.1% | 4,349 | 7,530 | 12,812 |
| 2009 | 540 | 92.8% | 5,774 | 10,683 | 17,124 |
| 2008 | 651 | 91.4% | 5,139 | 9,460 | 15,156 |
How Long Does a Can-am Spyder Last?
Based on 692 Can-am Spyder vehicles on UK roads.
Can-am Spyder Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Can-am Spyder 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 Can-am Spyder
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.9% MOT pass rate from 523 tests
86.9% MOT pass rate from 312 tests
The best year to buy a used Can-am Spyder is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.9% across 523 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Can-am Spyder Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Can-am Spyder THIS CAR | 91.9% | 5,220 | 9,281 mi | 18 yrs |
| Can-am Outlander | 88.1% | 1,378 | 2,550 mi | 16 yrs |
| Can-am Spyder Rt | 92% | 992 | 12,852 mi | 16 yrs |
| Can-am Unknown | 91.6% | 701 | 2,835 mi | 12 yrs |
| Iris.bus Iveco | 77.1% | 1,974 | 106,196 mi | 26 yrs |
Compared to the Can-am Outlander (88.1% pass rate) and the Can-am Spyder Rt (92.0% pass rate), the Can-am Spyder sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Can-am Spyder has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.9% across 5,220 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside with 9 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Can-am Spyder with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Can-am Spyder owner drives around 837 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 Can-am Spyder models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.