MOT Status
ValidMileage
132,156 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Front wiper blade leaving smear on screen
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel leaking down the back of engine and around bell-housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Battery insecure
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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VU06 XRM is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 VU06 XRM, 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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How do I check the history of VU06 XRM?
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What year was VU06 XRM registered?
VU06 XRM is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 9 June 2006.
Is VU06 XRM safe to buy?
The MOT history for VU06 XRM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VU06 XRM have outstanding finance?
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