Can Am Bombardier MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 178 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Can Am Bombardier MOT Reliability Overview
The Can Am Bombardier is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 178 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.1% and a failure rate of 16.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Can Am Bombardier earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Can Am Bombardier presents for MOT with approximately 10,294 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1979 models achieve the highest pass rate at 90.3%, while 1980 models have the lowest at 77.6%. This 12.7 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Can Am Bombardier is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 11.2% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle steering and suspension at 6.2%. Suspension rounds out the top three at 2.2%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 12.9% | 23 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 9.0% | 16 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.2% | 4 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.2% | 4 |
| 5 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.7% | 3 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.7% | 3 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.7% | 3 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Drive System | 1.7% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.7% | 3 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.1% | 2 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.1% | 2 |
| 12 | Steering | 0.6% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.6% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 10,294 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 12.55 | 12.9% | 23 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 8.73 | 9.0% | 16 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.18 | 2.2% | 4 |
| Suspension | 2.18 | 2.2% | 4 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.64 | 1.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.64 | 1.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.64 | 1.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 1.64 | 1.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.64 | 1.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.09 | 1.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.09 | 1.1% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.55 | 0.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.55 | 0.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.55 | 0.6% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Can Am Bombardier has 10,294 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Can Am Bombardier has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 16.42% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Can Am Bombardier MOT Data
The Can Am Bombardier is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 178 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.1% and a failure rate of 16.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Can Am Bombardier owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle steering and suspension for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Bombardier is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 11.2% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 11.2% of MOT failures on the Can Am Bombardier. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 6.2% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 6.2% of MOT failures on the Can Am Bombardier. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Suspension — 2.2% of failures
Suspension issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on the Can Am Bombardier. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Can Am Bombardier?
Based on 178 MOT tests in our database, the Can Am Bombardier has an overall pass rate of 83.1% (16.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Can Am Bombardier?
The top 3 reasons a Can Am Bombardier fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (11.2%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (6.2%), 3. Suspension (2.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Can Am Bombardier reliable?
With a 16.9% MOT failure rate, the Bombardier is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Can Am Bombardier?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (11.2%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (6.2%); Suspension (2.2%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.