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YA06 LLV

2006 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

84,794 mi
Last recorded84,794 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Land Rover Defender72,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA06 LLV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 84,794 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 79,400 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 73,720 miles

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

Nearside Front swivel hub seals weeping but not excessive

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

Offside Front swivel hub seals weeping but not excessive

Pass 8 Feb 2023 73,235 miles

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

Nearside Front swivel hub leaking

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

Offside Front swivel hub leaking

Fail 8 Feb 2023 73,233 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front swivel hub leaking

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

Offside Front swivel hub leaking

Pass 10 Feb 2022 72,638 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 71,500 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 71,497 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside step rusting away

Pass 12 May 2020 65,104 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2020 65,091 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 55,912 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 55,907 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no spray (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 50,814 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play steering idler arm (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 46,692 miles

both front hub seal slightly leaking

Fail 28 Sep 2016 46,692 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both front hub seal slightly leaking

Pass 7 Jul 2015 41,377 miles

Near side front tyre cracking

Off side front tyre cracking

Off side rar tyre cracking

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Jan 2014 33,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

clutch pedal ante slip insecure

windscreen washer aim requires adjustment

Pass 28 Jan 2014 33,356 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

clutch pedal ante slip insecure

windscreen washer aim requires adjustment

Pass 12 Mar 2013 28,176 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 27,266 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 24,292 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 21,205 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 16,731 miles

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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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YA06 LLV is a 2006 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 YA06 LLV, 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 YA06 LLV registered?

YA06 LLV is a 2006 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 13 July 2006.

Is YA06 LLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA06 LLV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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