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GY56 DWP

2006 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

19,242 mi
Last recorded19,242 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 DWP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 19,242 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 18,748 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 18,320 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 18,042 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 18,042 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 17,783 miles

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Central Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 17,438 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 16,826 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 16,457 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 16,297 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 16,297 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking fuel dripping off gearbox bell housing (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2016 15,694 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 15,042 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 13,773 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 13,773 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,345 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 12,345 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 111,151 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 111,151 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 10,658 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 10,491 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 10,491 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 9,007 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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GY56 DWP is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GY56 DWP, 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

How do I check the history of GY56 DWP?

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What year was GY56 DWP registered?

GY56 DWP is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GY56 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY56 DWP shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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