Can Am Unknown (2017)
2017 Can Am Unknown
CarHunch analysed 232 real MOT records for the 2017 Can Am Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2017 CAN-AM has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 20.1%, dramatically below the UK average of 80%, making it a serious reliability concern for buyers. The good news is that dangerous defects are essentially absent (0%), but the consistently poor pass rate suggests systematic issues across the fleet rather than isolated problems.
The median mileage of just 2,311 miles indicates these are lightly used vehicles, yet they're still failing MOT in overwhelming numbers—this points to age-related deterioration or storage issues rather than wear from driving. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection from a specialist mechanic familiar with this model, because the MOT pattern suggests inherent design or maintenance vulnerabilities you'll need to understand upfront.
What to check before buying a 2017 Can Am Unknown
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 231 | 20.2% | 0.02 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Can Am Unknown vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 Can Am Unknown vehicles fall between 1,016 and 4,037 miles.
2017 Can Am Unknown — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (38% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Can Am Unknown
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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38.5%
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9.6%
Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play
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9.6%
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
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7.7%
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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7.7%
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
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7.7%
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
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7.7%
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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7.7%
Vehicle Modified For Film Purposes.
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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