2006 LDV Maxus — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,799 MOT tests, the 2006 LDV Maxus recorded a 69.5% pass rate. Against all cars of a similar age (27.3% fail rate), the 2006 Maxus comes out 3.2pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (19.8%) and brakes (18.1%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, component mounting prescribed areas and service brake performance — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 309 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2006 Maxus fails 31.6% of the time in the 0-30k band and 31.9% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.3 points.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 50.8% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 30.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 32.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.8% | 555 |
| 2 | Brakes | 18.1% | 506 |
| 3 | Suspension | 13.2% | 368 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.7% | 243 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.2% | 230 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.9% | 110 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigid brake pipes | 309 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 276 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 244 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 211 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 174 |
| 6 | Service brake imbalance | 154 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 50.8% | 1,421 |
| 2 | Suspension | 37.0% | 1,035 |
| 3 | Tyres | 22.1% | 619 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 20.8% | 582 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 18.1% | 506 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.8% | 442 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 95 | 31.6% |
| 30-60k | 163 | 22.7% |
| 60-90k | 474 | 25.7% |
| 90-120k | 800 | 32.9% |
| 120-150k | 475 | 31.6% |
| 150k+ | 756 | 31.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 704 | 30.5% |
| 2022 | 635 | 30.1% |
| 2023 | 569 | 30.0% |
| 2024 | 471 | 29.5% |
| 2025 | 420 | 32.9% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Maxus
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 19.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (19.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (18.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (13.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2006 LDV Maxuss pass their MOT?
69.5% of the 2,799 2006 LDV Maxus MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 LDV Maxus?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.8% of tests, followed by brakes (18.1%).
Does the 2006 Maxus get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 31.6% in the 0-30k band to 31.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,799 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.