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ME06 DHG

2006 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

180,014 mi
Last recorded180,014 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationME06 DHG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,395cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 180,014 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 180,014 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 171,533 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 161,322 miles

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

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

Rear propshaft joint shows evidence of deterioration, replacement recommended.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 148,234 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 136,199 miles

Coil spring corroded All four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 123,428 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 114,325 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 101,776 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 88,905 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Both front swivels & rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre wall deteriorating

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

Fail 11 Sep 2018 88,844 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Both front swivels & rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre wall deteriorating

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 76,807 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 76,701 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 64,494 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 54,315 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 54,311 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 41,340 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 38,285 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 34,381 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 34,380 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2012
Fail 13 Jan 2012 29,975 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 25,364 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 20,940 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 17,588 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 17,587 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (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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ME06 DHG is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,395cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 ME06 DHG, 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.

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What year was ME06 DHG registered?

ME06 DHG is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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