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X2 WAH

2006 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

37,125 mi
Last recorded37,125 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX2 WAH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 37,125 miles

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

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all perished (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all spring seats (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear x member corroded (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 36,460 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 36,455 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Both sides (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle (1.1.11 (c))

Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety swivel seal leaking on to wheel (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 35,552 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive both front swivels (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 34,504 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn leaking slightly (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn leaking slightly (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 33,652 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A-Frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general condition of exhaust

Fail 18 Oct 2021 33,652 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel tank area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A-Frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general condition of exhaust

steering damper bush worn

Pass 26 Oct 2020 32,748 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 31,855 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2019 31,855 miles

Nearside Cab steps so insecure it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Cab steps so insecure it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 29,405 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 29,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake sticking slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened sticking slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 24,125 miles

all tyres cracked and perished on side walls.

fuel filter head damp.

Pass 15 Oct 2016 21,702 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 20,147 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 19,283 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 165,126 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 120,052 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 9,946 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 8,156 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 6,710 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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X2 WAH is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 X2 WAH, 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 X2 WAH registered?

X2 WAH is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 22 May 2006.

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