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J508 DYA

1992 Mahindra SWB Indian

Red Diesel 2112cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,280 mi
Last recorded62,280 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 1992 Mahindra SWB Indian30,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ508 DYA
MakeMahindra
ModelSWB Indian
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,112cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 May 2015 62,280 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres perrished

Pass 23 May 2015 62,280 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all tyres perrished

Pass 3 May 2014 10,086 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2013 8,226 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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J508 DYA is a 1992 Mahindra SWB Indian in Red with a 2,112cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J508 DYA, 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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What year was J508 DYA registered?

J508 DYA is a 1992 Mahindra SWB Indian, first registered on 16 January 1992.

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