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HG56 XNK

2006 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,203 mi
Last recorded65,203 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 XNK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 65,203 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 65,199 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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

Fail 14 Jun 2025 65,199 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 65,074 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 64,853 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 64,311 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 60,548 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 56,961 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 56,321 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 55,065 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 53,249 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 51,571 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 48,278 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 44,825 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Dec 2014 44,825 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 41,752 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 12 Dec 2012 37,839 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 33,506 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 27,642 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 20,736 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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 XNK is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XNK, 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 XNK registered?

HG56 XNK is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 December 2006.

Is HG56 XNK safe to buy?

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