Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,370 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 28.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) MOT Reliability Overview
The Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,370 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 7 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.9% and a failure rate of 28.1%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) presents for MOT with approximately 5,056 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2012 models achieve the highest pass rate at 79.7%, while 2008 models have the lowest at 68.8%. This 10.9 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) is Suspension, affecting 24.9% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 24.8%. Brakes rounds out the top three at 19.5%. 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.
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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 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 37.3% | 511 |
| 2 | Suspension | 28.2% | 387 |
| 3 | Brakes | 21.3% | 292 |
| 4 | Registration Plates And Vin | 7.2% | 99 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.7% | 78 |
| 6 | Steering | 5.3% | 73 |
| 7 | Road Wheels | 1.8% | 25 |
| 8 | Motor Tricycles And Quadricycles | 1.6% | 22 |
| 9 | Driver's View Of The Road | 1.6% | 22 |
| 10 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.5% | 21 |
| 11 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 0.9% | 13 |
| 12 | Visibility | 0.9% | 13 |
| 13 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.7% | 10 |
| 14 | Non-component Advisories | 0.4% | 5 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 5,056 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 73.77 | 37.3% | 511 |
| Suspension | 55.87 | 28.2% | 387 |
| Brakes | 42.16 | 21.3% | 292 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 14.29 | 7.2% | 99 |
| Tyres | 11.26 | 5.7% | 78 |
| Steering | 10.54 | 5.3% | 73 |
| Visibility | 5.06 | 2.5% | 35 |
| Wheels | 3.61 | 1.8% | 25 |
| Motor tricycles and quadricycles | 3.18 | 1.6% | 22 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 3.03 | 1.5% | 21 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 1.88 | 0.9% | 13 |
| Body & Structure | 1.44 | 0.7% | 10 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.72 | 0.4% | 5 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) has 5,056 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 Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 55.58% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) MOT Data
The Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,370 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 7 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.9% and a failure rate of 28.1%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) is likely to perform.
Suspension — 24.9% of failures
Suspension issues account for 24.9% of MOT failures on the Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike). 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.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 24.8% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 24.8% of MOT failures on the Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike). Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Brakes — 19.5% of failures
Brakes issues account for 19.5% of MOT failures on the Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike). Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike)?
Based on 1,370 MOT tests in our database, the Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) has an overall pass rate of 71.9% (28.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike)?
The top 3 reasons a Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (24.9%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (24.8%), 3. Brakes (19.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) reliable?
With a 28.1% MOT failure rate, the Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike) is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Smc Quadzilla 300 L (quad Bike)?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (24.9%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (24.8%); Brakes (19.5%). 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.