Mahindra SWB Indian Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Mahindra SWB Indian car check
Is the Mahindra SWB Indian reliable? We analysed 831 real MOT tests across 120 vehicles to find out.
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The Mahindra SWB Indian is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, fog lamp not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mahindra SWB Indian.
Mahindra SWB Indian Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mahindra SWB Indian. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mahindra SWB Indian MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mahindra SWB Indian to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mahindra SWB Indian Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mahindra SWB Indian fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mahindra SWB Indian Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mahindra SWB Indian owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mahindra SWB Indian MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mahindra SWB Indian year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 65 | 76.9% | 23,689 | 33,562 | 46,381 |
| 1994 | 203 | 72.4% | 21,346 | 35,560 | 51,188 |
| 1993 | 182 | 75.3% | 25,772 | 33,268 | 42,494 |
| 1992 | 171 | 72.5% | 18,902 | 30,225 | 53,157 |
| 1991 | 95 | 62.1% | 20,386 | 23,919 | 42,534 |
| 1990 | 74 | 75.7% | 33,361 | 40,931 | 44,543 |
How Long Does a Mahindra SWB Indian Last?
Based on 120 Mahindra SWB Indian vehicles on UK roads.
Mahindra SWB Indian Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mahindra SWB Indian MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mahindra SWB Indian
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.9% MOT pass rate from 65 tests
62.1% MOT pass rate from 95 tests
The best year to buy a used Mahindra SWB Indian is 1995, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.9% across 65 tests. The 1991 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mahindra SWB Indian Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahindra SWB Indian THIS CAR | 72.9% | 831 | 33,197 mi | 36 yrs |
| Hyundai I800 Style CRDI | 77.3% | 762 | 98,424 mi | — yrs |
| Honda NSR250 | 86.3% | 808 | 18,757 mi | 35 yrs |
| Mitsubishi L200 Trojan Di-d | 85.3% | 1,228 | 46,504 mi | — yrs |
| Honda Crf 230 F | 84.4% | 1,471 | 1,342 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I800 Style CRDI (77.3% pass rate) and the Honda NSR250 (86.3% pass rate), the Mahindra SWB Indian trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mahindra SWB Indian has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.9% across 831 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mahindra SWB Indian are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (41 recorded failures), fog lamp not working (30), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (28). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Mahindra SWB Indian owner drives around 289 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mahindra SWB Indian models stay on UK roads for around 36 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.