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DX05 WNC

2005 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

5,165 mi
Last recorded5,165 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E3,424 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 WNC
MakeSmc
ModelQuadzilla Stinger 250E
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 5,165 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2017 5,165 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 5,115 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 5,102 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

BRAKE PADS

Pass 23 Oct 2013 4,276 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 4,275 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 7 May 2013 3,011 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 3,011 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2012 2,463 miles

slight brake bind on rear

Fail 28 May 2012 2,463 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

slight brake bind on rear

Pass 3 Aug 2010 1,842 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 1,180 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 1,177 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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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DX05 WNC is a 2005 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 DX05 WNC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX05 WNC registered?

DX05 WNC is a 2005 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E, first registered on 15 August 2005.

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