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Quadzilla 300 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Quadzilla 300 reliable? We analysed 539 real MOT tests across 161 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 539 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.1%
Typical Mileage
1,361mi
Annual Mileage
148mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Quadzilla 300 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Quadzilla 300.

Quadzilla 300 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Quadzilla 300. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Quadzilla 300 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Quadzilla 300 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88.9%
2016
82.9%
2015
84.3%
2014
82.8%
2013

Quadzilla 300 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Quadzilla 300 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 5

Quadzilla 300 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Quadzilla 300 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released 4

Quadzilla 300 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Quadzilla 300 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
46 mi/yr
Typical
148 mi/yr
Average
734 mi/yr
Heavy usage
413 mi/yr

Quadzilla 300 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Quadzilla 300 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2016 72 88.9% 578 1,195 2,356
2015 146 82.9% 803 1,500 2,757
2014 115 84.3% 544 1,172 2,078
2013 87 82.8% 976 1,714 2,172

How Long Does a Quadzilla 300 Last?

Based on 161 Quadzilla 300 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
7.8 years
Median
8.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Quadzilla 300 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Quadzilla 300 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
1,361 mi
75th Percentile
2,276 mi
95th Percentile
7,954 mi
Max Recorded
32,423 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Quadzilla 300

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2016

88.9% MOT pass rate from 72 tests

Year to avoid
2013

82.8% MOT pass rate from 87 tests

The best year to buy a used Quadzilla 300 is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.9% across 72 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Quadzilla 300 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Quadzilla 300 THIS CAR 83.1% 539 1,361 mi 13 yrs
Quadzilla Cf 84.1% 711 1,190 mi 13 yrs
Quadzilla Cf 500-2A (quad Bike) 82.6% 523 1,452 mi 18 yrs
Quadzilla H 300 76.8% 397 844 mi 16 yrs
Peugeot 208 Access A/c 95.2% 478 45,002 mi — yrs

Compared to the Quadzilla Cf (84.1% pass rate) and the Quadzilla Cf 500-2A (quad Bike) (82.6% pass rate), the Quadzilla 300 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Quadzilla 300?

The Quadzilla 300 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.1% across 539 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush with 5 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Quadzilla 300 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Quadzilla 300 owner drives around 148 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Quadzilla 300 models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Quadzilla 300 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Quadzilla 300 reliable?
Based on 539 MOT tests, the Quadzilla 300 has a 83.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Quadzilla 300?
The most common failure point is suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush.
How many miles does a Quadzilla 300 do per year?
The typical Quadzilla 300 does around 148 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Quadzilla 300 last?
Most Quadzilla 300 models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 161 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Quadzilla 300?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Quadzilla 300?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Quadzilla 300 is 2016 with a 88.9% pass rate across 72 tests.