2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · A40 DAB
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 06/05/2016. Recorded mileage 12,813 miles. MOT valid until 22/10/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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Mileage History
- 24/03/202212,471 mi
- 28/03/202312,634 mi+163 mi
- 11/04/202412,775 mi+141 mi
- 23/10/202512,813 mi+38 mi
Average of roughly 95 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Full MOT History
Our records for this Land Rover Discovery Sport (A40 DAB) from 2016 show a total of 4 MOT tests between March 2022 and October 2025.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 4 passes and 0 failures recorded. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.
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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