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DX08 PFY

2008 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,118 mi
Last recorded3,118 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E3,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 PFY
MakeSmc
ModelQuadzilla Stinger 250E
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 3,118 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 3,115 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 3,115 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 3,047 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 3,027 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2011 2,624 miles

rear registration plate slightly damaged

Fail 5 Apr 2011 2,624 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

rear registration plate slightly damaged

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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DX08 PFY is a 2008 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 3,118 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 DX08 PFY, 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 18 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 DX08 PFY registered?

DX08 PFY is a 2008 Smc Quadzilla Stinger 250E, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is DX08 PFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 PFY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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