2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · 82 SJ
2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23/06/2017. Recorded mileage 50,222 miles. MOT valid until 16/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2017
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,222 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 1999cc
82 SJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2026
- 50,222 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Land Rover Discovery Sport (L550)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
82 SJ Mileage History
- 21/12/202242,893 mi
- 20/12/202346,655 mi+3,762 mi
- 11/02/202548,387 mi+1,732 mi
- 11/02/202548,387 mi
- 17/02/202650,222 mi+1,835 mi
Average of roughly 2,320 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
82 SJ 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 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (82 SJ) between December 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Ingenium Timing Chain Stretch (The "Slap")(Serious)
The 2.0 diesel engine suffers from premature timing chain wear, often called "timing chain slap" as the chain stretches and hits the guides. This is primarily caused by oil dilution from interrupted DPF regenerations thinning the lubricant.
- Oil Dilution & Early Service Warning(Serious)
Interrupted DPF regenerations cause diesel to leak into the oil sump. When calculated dilution reaches 6% to 7%, the "Service Required" warning is triggered, often as early as 6,000–8,000 miles regardless of the official 21k-mile interval.
- Panoramic Roof and Boot Water Ingress(Moderate)
Blocked drains and poor sealing can lead to wet carpets and electrical faults.
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