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GF56 PNE

2006 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,074 mi
Last recorded50,074 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 PNE
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 50,074 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 45,927 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 45,927 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 42,710 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 35,981 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 30,669 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 29,311 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2020 29,311 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 23,935 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 23,523 miles

oil level low

Pass 24 Oct 2016 21,402 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 19,245 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 17,506 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 15,212 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

steering damper bottom bush has slight play

Pass 29 Oct 2012 12,720 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 10,929 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 7,171 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 4,264 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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GF56 PNE is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 72,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF56 PNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 20 years old, this Land Rover Defender is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF56 PNE registered?

GF56 PNE is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is GF56 PNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 PNE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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