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KU06 UAB

2006 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,080 mi
Last recorded40,080 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU06 UAB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 40,080 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 39,802 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 39,733 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 39,669 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 39,389 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oil seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 38,843 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 38,227 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 38,227 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour LLB581 Bulb fitted OK (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour LLB581 Bulb fitted OK (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 37,973 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2019 37,973 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 37,279 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 37,086 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 36,884 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 36,872 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 36,000 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 33,312 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 33,312 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 30,232 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 27,619 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 27,619 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 27,604 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 23,278 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 20,286 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 17,895 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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KU06 UAB is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KU06 UAB, 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 KU06 UAB registered?

KU06 UAB is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is KU06 UAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU06 UAB shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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