LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT2016 · 2.0L Diesel
Vehicle Insight Summary
This 2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT is a Diesel vehicle with a 1999cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 56,404.
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
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Full MOT History
Registered in 2016, this Land Rover Discovery Sport with plate DAP 531 has undergone 5 MOT inspections since October 2023.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.
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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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