Can Am Unknown (2019)
2019 Can Am Unknown
CarHunch analysed 339 real MOT records for the 2019 Can Am Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2019 CAN-AM has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 15.3%, drastically below the UK average of 80%—a serious red flag for reliability. The dangerous defect rate sits at 0.3%, which is mercifully low, but the overall pattern of failure suggests these vehicles arrive at test centres with significant unresolved issues.
The median mileage of 3,427 miles is extremely low for a five-year-old vehicle, indicating these machines are rarely driven or heavily stored, which likely explains why they fail MOT in such large numbers—sitting unused causes more problems than regular use. Before buying one, have a trusted mechanic inspect it thoroughly before the first MOT attempt, as the 15.3% pass rate tells you these aren't vehicles you can simply run as-is.
What to check before buying a 2019 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 (98%) | 333 | 14.7% | 0.04 |
| Other (1%) | 3 | 100% | 0 |
| Diesel (1%) | 3 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2019 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 2019 Can Am Unknown vehicles fall between 994 and 6,159 miles.
2019 Can Am Unknown — Still on the Road
21 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 57% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2019 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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19.1%
Front Registration plate missing
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17%
Exhaust noisy
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17%
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play
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10.6%
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
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8.5%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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8.5%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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8.5%
Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play
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8.5%
Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019. Counts include advisories and failures.
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