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AE08 FJO

2008 Can-am Spyder

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,768 mi
Last recorded10,768 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Can-am Spyder9,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 FJO
MakeCan-am
ModelSpyder
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 10,768 miles

drive belt has slight damage

Pass 1 May 2024 9,817 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 9,444 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 7,064 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 7,064 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2020 31,725 miles

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 31,725 miles

Central Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 31,328 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2019 31,328 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 30,935 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Nov 2018 30,890 miles

Central Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 30,030 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 26,080 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 19,350 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 16,031 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 10,883 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 4,444 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 3,099 miles

How Reliable is the Can-am Spyder?

Based on 5,220 MOT tests across 692 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
837
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
692
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 9
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AE08 FJO is a 2008 Can-am Spyder in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Can-am Spyder models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 9,460 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Can-am Spyder fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 FJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Can-am Spyder typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Can-am Spyder is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE08 FJO?

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What year was AE08 FJO registered?

AE08 FJO is a 2008 Can-am Spyder, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is AE08 FJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 FJO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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