2006 Land Rover Range Rover 3.6L Diesel · WF56 UXS
2006 Land Rover Range Rover (3.6L, diesel). First registered 19 Oct 2006. Recorded mileage 140,939 miles. MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,939 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WF56 UXS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2025
- 140,939 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WF56 UXS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (WF56 UXS) between June 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Bodywork (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear ball joint (5”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
WF56 UXS Mileage History
- 01/06/2023121,552 mi
- 16/07/2024133,346 mi+11,794 mi
- 19/07/2024133,347 mi+1 mi
- 16/07/2025140,939 mi+7,592 mi
- 22/07/2025140,939 mi
Average of roughly 9,057 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Range Rover Mk3 (L322)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Gearbox Failure (TD6)Serious
The 5-speed GM automatic gearbox is under-specced for the weight of the car and often fails.
- Air Suspension System FailuresSerious
The complex air suspension suffers from perished air bags, failing compressors, leaking valve blocks, and faulty height sensors. The "SUSPENSION INACTIVE" message commonly appears.
- Front Differential Wear (Pre-2006)Serious
The front differential on pre-2006 models was inadequately designed and prone to premature wear and sudden failure, often at highway speeds.
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