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VK56 UED

2006 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,062 mi
Last recorded83,062 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 UED
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 83,062 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under body corrosion rear

Pass 5 Jun 2024 72,458 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2024 72,458 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 65,912 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Slightly corroded and covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear Crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leaks from front & rear axles & gearbox/transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis covered with underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 65,912 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Slightly corroded and covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear Crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leaks from front & rear axles & gearbox/transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis covered with underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 61,866 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 60,649 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 60,140 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 59,283 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 58,255 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 56,209 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 53,870 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 50,922 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 50,922 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 47,319 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 43,078 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 39,257 miles

both front swivel joints leaking

Fail 17 Nov 2011 39,257 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front swivel joints leaking

Pass 11 Nov 2010 35,152 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 29,271 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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VK56 UED is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VK56 UED, 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 VK56 UED registered?

VK56 UED is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 25 November 2006.

Is VK56 UED safe to buy?

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