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BU08 BZK

2008 Can-am Spyder

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,067 mi
Last recorded16,067 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Can-am Spyder9,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 BZK
MakeCan-am
ModelSpyder
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 16,067 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 15,864 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 15,345 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule By ABS Pump (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule By ABS Pump (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 15,029 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2022 15,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 14,815 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 14,610 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 14,306 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 14,052 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 13,784 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 13,490 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 12,997 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 12,071 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 10,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise operation of indiactor switch

Pass 4 May 2013 9,755 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 8,819 miles

Drive belt has small damage to it

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 8,819 miles

Drive belt has small damage to it

Pass 3 May 2011 7,685 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 7,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 BZK is a 2008 Can-am Spyder in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BZK, 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 BZK registered?

BU08 BZK is a 2008 Can-am Spyder, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is BU08 BZK safe to buy?

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