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VU06 XRF

2006 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

5,474 mi
Last recorded5,474 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 XRF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 5,474 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 5,474 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box rear out put oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 4,327 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 4,327 miles

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Fuel leaking at engine (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords exposed All four tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel filter corroded & dampness around filter head

Pass 23 Apr 2024 4,124 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 4,121 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 4,068 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint on rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracked/perished(Age related 2006 dated) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 4,068 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint on rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracked/perished(Age related 2006 dated) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 3,974 miles

ABS removed

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 3,829 miles

ABS removed

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 3,570 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

abs removed

Fail 21 Jul 2016 3,543 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 3,027 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 3,016 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 29,817 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to offside front outer tyre wall

Pass 4 Apr 2013 2,807 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 2,807 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 2,595 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 2,308 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 2,308 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

n/s mirror damaged

some oil dampness at transmission handbrake

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 XRF is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 XRF, 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 XRF registered?

VU06 XRF is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 24 May 2006.

Is VU06 XRF safe to buy?

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