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VU06 TXG

2006 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

133,114 mi
Last recorded133,114 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 TXG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 133,114 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 126,117 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 122,727 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 119,336 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 117,281 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 115,186 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 112,859 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 109,672 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 109,298 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 100,455 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 100,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 93,657 miles

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Fail 29 Jul 2016 93,653 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 5 Aug 2015 86,471 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 84,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 81,961 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 81,961 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2012 78,625 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Fail 31 Oct 2012 786,186 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 74,891 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 71,050 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 71,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 66,542 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 665,395 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 58,406 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 58,406 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f small hole in headlamp

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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VU06 TXG is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 VU06 TXG, 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 VU06 TXG registered?

VU06 TXG is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 15 May 2006.

Is VU06 TXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU06 TXG shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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