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C8 YAL

1992 Mahindra SWB Indian

Black Diesel 2112cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,001 mi
Last recorded21,001 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Mahindra SWB Indian30,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 YAL
MakeMahindra
ModelSWB Indian
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,112cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 21,001 miles

Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wiper stalk switch loose / deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2023 20,621 miles

Nearside Front WIPER STALK LOOSE

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 20,253 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Washer stalk bit loose

Pass 9 Jun 2021 20,186 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2021 20,186 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light both sides put reverse lights on (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 18,550 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 17,517 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lowest of the two efforts (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2015 17,508 miles

all four tyres slightly cracking within tread

nsr wheel has slight bind

Fail 13 Oct 2015 17,505 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all four tyres slightly cracking within tread

nsr wheel has slight bind

Pass 21 Aug 2014 17,488 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 17,284 miles

How Reliable is the Mahindra SWB Indian?

Based on 831 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
289
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
fog lamp not working 30
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
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C8 YAL is a 1992 Mahindra SWB Indian in Black with a 2,112cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1992 Mahindra SWB Indian models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 30,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mahindra SWB Indian fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C8 YAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mahindra SWB Indian typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Mahindra SWB Indian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C8 YAL is a 1992 Mahindra SWB Indian, first registered on 1 May 1992.

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