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LV56 HWK

2006 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

50,391 mi
Last recorded50,391 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 HWK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 50,391 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both getting low in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 28 Aug 2025 50,384 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt On box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both getting low in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 27 Aug 2024 48,247 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt on drop link (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 46,047 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 43,879 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 38,238 miles

nearside wiper blade starting to deteriorate

Pass 3 Oct 2019 34,459 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 34,459 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded full length to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded full length to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 34,238 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front swivel joint damp

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 34,052 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front swivel joint damp

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

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak from engine ()

Fail 12 Sep 2017 34,052 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Front swivel joint damp

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

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak from engine ()

Pass 19 Sep 2016 33,711 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Sep 2016 33,711 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 33,247 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 32,651 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

hazard light switch is damaged

Pass 11 Sep 2013 31,778 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 31,772 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 30,152 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 28,130 miles

High level brake light in-operative

n/s/f wiper blade is split

Pass 21 Sep 2010 25,787 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 23,286 miles

N/S/F Swivel Seal Leaking Oil

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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LV56 HWK is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LV56 HWK, 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 LV56 HWK registered?

LV56 HWK is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is LV56 HWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 HWK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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