2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT2.0L Diesel
Vehicle Insight Summary
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT (2016, Diesel, 1999cc) — mileage recorded at 66,742. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk
Public MOT roadworthiness: Good.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (JC16 BAN), we found 5 MOT results in the period of March 2022 to November 2025.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 5 passes and 0 failures recorded. 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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