Good versus evil socket testers. (with schematics)

One of these socket testers is great and one has been over-engineered with lots of extra weaknesses as a result. In hindsight I'm wondering if the hot resistors (110C) were masking the transistor or if the transistor itself was getting that hot. If it is dissipating about quarter of a watt then it should be within its capability.
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