Can Am Unknown (2018)
2018 Can Am Unknown
CarHunch analysed 286 real MOT records for the 2018 Can Am Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2018 CAN-AM is a serious red flag: just 13% pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%. With zero dangerous defects recorded across 286 vehicles and minimal failures (0.01 per vehicle), the issue isn't safety—it's that these vehicles are systematically failing on compliance or technical readiness rather than structural integrity.
The median mileage of just 2,263 miles suggests these are rarely used vehicles, and the near-zero failure count means most cars are actually mechanically sound when tested. Before buying, confirm the vehicle has been properly registered and that any MOT failures relate to documentation or minor adjustments rather than engineering problems; if you're considering one, budget for pre-purchase inspection to understand why first-time pass rates are so poor despite low reported defect counts.
What to check before buying a 2018 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%) | 285 | 13% | 0.01 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 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 2018 Can Am Unknown vehicles fall between 1,121 and 4,846 miles.
2018 Can Am Unknown — Still on the Road
13 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 68% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2018 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%
COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION
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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%
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
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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%
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 2018. Counts include advisories and failures.
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