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HG56 LRZ

2006 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,462 mi
Last recorded65,462 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 LRZ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 65,462 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 63,492 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 60,727 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member, 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 57,729 miles

Rear crossmember rusty

Pass 21 Sep 2021 54,908 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting bottom of rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 51,725 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 47,985 miles

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 44,116 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 40,447 miles

Exhaust mounts are slightly rusty

Rear of the vehicles chassis is slightly rusty

Pass 21 Sep 2016 36,485 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 32,956 miles

exhaust mounts slightly rusty

vehicles chassis is slightly rusty at the rear of the vehicle

Pass 29 Sep 2014 28,977 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 25,369 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 21,164 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 18,119 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 14,702 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 10,996 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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HG56 LRZ is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HG56 LRZ, 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 HG56 LRZ registered?

HG56 LRZ is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is HG56 LRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG56 LRZ shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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