2018 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT2.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
With 37,568 miles recorded, this Black 2018 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT runs on Petrol with a 1997cc engine. MOT is currently valid and tax is unpaid.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1997cc
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (DIL 8256), we found 5 MOT results in the period of July 2022 to September 2025.
With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.
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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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