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BU08 BYW

2008 Can-am Spyder

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,494 mi
Last recorded36,494 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Can-am Spyder9,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 BYW
MakeCan-am
ModelSpyder
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 36,494 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 36,105 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from ABS pump (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from ABS pump (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 35,562 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 35,026 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 34,047 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 32,266 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 31,127 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 27,589 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 23,683 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 21,571 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 18,705 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 15,181 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 15,151 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (9.3.1f)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2014 12,957 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 10,764 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 10,764 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 8,379 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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BU08 BYW is a 2008 Can-am Spyder in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BU08 BYW, 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

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What year was BU08 BYW registered?

BU08 BYW is a 2008 Can-am Spyder, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is BU08 BYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 BYW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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