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L978 EBV

1994 Mahindra SWB Indian

Green Diesel 2112cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,409 mi
Last recorded45,409 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 1994 Mahindra SWB Indian35,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL978 EBV
MakeMahindra
ModelSWB Indian
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,112cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 45,409 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 44,242 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 44,083 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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L978 EBV is a 1994 Mahindra SWB Indian in Green with a 2,112cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Mahindra SWB Indian models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 35,560 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L978 EBV, 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 32 years old, this Mahindra SWB Indian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L978 EBV is a 1994 Mahindra SWB Indian, first registered on 21 March 1994.

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