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AE05 MXU

2005 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

7,928 mi
Last recorded7,928 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E3,424 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 MXU
MakeSmc
ModelQuadzilla Stinger 250E
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2014 7,928 miles

Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear brake disc inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

chain dry rec lube, slight play in steering shaft bearing

n/s indivator tell tale inop but can see indicators

Pass 3 May 2013 6,097 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 2 May 2013 6,097 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Halfshaft nut loose (4.2.B.3)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 5,971 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear brake disc clearance at caliper

Pass 11 Dec 2009 4,851 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

drive chain loose

Fail 9 Dec 2009 4,851 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

IMPORTANT. Do not use failure or PRS against this item. For brake performance defects please enter 5575 in the 'Find item' box above. (9.3) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

drive chain loose

Pass 12 Dec 2008 1,249 miles

How Reliable is the Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E?

Based on 3,798 MOT tests across 732 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 147
registration plate missing 112
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 104
wheel bearing rough when rotated 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
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AE05 MXU is a 2005 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 3,424 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 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, accounting for 147 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 MXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AE05 MXU is a 2005 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E, first registered on 13 June 2005.

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