2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A models manufactured in 2006, based on 71 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A MOT Analysis
The 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A has an MOT pass rate of 81.7% based on 71 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 59,939 miles on the odometer. With a 18.3% failure rate, the 2006 Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A is Suspension, responsible for 7.0% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Driver's View of the Road is the second most common issue at 1.4%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment follows at 1.4%.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 7.0% | 5 |
| 2 | Driver's View Of The Road | 1.4% | 1 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.4% | 1 |
| 4 | Tyres | 1.4% | 1 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 59,939 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1.17 | 7.0% | 5 |
| Visibility | 0.23 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.23 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Tyres | 0.23 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Brakes | 0.23 | 1.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A has an MOT pass rate of 81.7% based on 71 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 59,939 miles on the odometer. With a 18.3% failure rate, the 2006 Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. At 59,939 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Suspension — 7.0% of failures
Suspension issues account for 7.0% of MOT failures on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Driver's View of the Road — 1.4% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 1.4% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sp S Tdv6 A models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.