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LC56 WZL

2006 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

197,248 mi
Last recorded197,248 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 WZL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 197,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Jul 2026 197,248 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 195,603 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 194,078 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 194,038 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 189,668 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 186,532 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 186,041 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 181,152 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 174,717 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 167,770 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 152,785 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 144,827 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 134,046 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 134,045 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

no oil reading on dipstick [ litre added ]

Pass 20 Jun 2013 118,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 110,957 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all rear,rear seats stowed [seatbelts not checked]

Pass 26 Jun 2012 110,957 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all rear,rear seats stowed [seatbelts not checked]

Pass 30 Jun 2011 99,784 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 91,936 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside rear tyre has a cut on the tread but not yet to the cord.

Spare tyre is worn close to the legel limit

Fail 18 Nov 2010 91,936 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside rear tyre has a cut on the tread but not yet to the cord.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 79,966 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 79,966 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LC56 WZL is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Blue 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 LC56 WZL, 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 LC56 WZL registered?

LC56 WZL is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is LC56 WZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC56 WZL 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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