2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · MC66 ADE
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 21 Nov 2016. Recorded mileage 71,201 miles. MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,201 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MC66 ADE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/10/2025
- 71,201 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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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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.
MC66 ADE Mileage History
- 13/11/202353,416 mi
- 16/10/202458,178 mi+4,762 mi
- 30/10/202458,388 mi+210 mi
- 16/10/202571,199 mi+12,811 mi
- 20/10/202571,201 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 9,190 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MC66 ADE MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (MC66 ADE) between November 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This is a reasonably sound buy for a 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport, with a largely clean MOT record and sensible mileage for its age. The only caution is a failed MOT in October 2025 that was immediately re-tested and passed with no defects noted, suggesting a minor or administrative issue rather than a serious fault.
Given the failed MOT on 2025-10-16 followed by a pass on 2025-10-20 at almost identical mileage (71,199 vs 71,201), ask the seller for the reason the first test failed and the work carried out to rectify it, even though no defects are listed. A clean service history is important for a 2.0-litre diesel Discovery Sport, so check for stamped books or dealer records covering the 58k–71k mile period.
As a 1999cc diesel registered in November 2016, this Discovery Sport will fall into a higher VED band than smaller cars but benefits from better fuel economy than petrol equivalents; expect real-world figures around 40–45 mpg. Insurance groups for this model are typically mid-to-high, reflecting repair costs and 4x4 classification.
Inspect the vehicle closely despite the 'no defects' MOT entries, as the October 2025 failure with no listed defect may mean a documentation or emissions check issue that should be clarified with the seller. Check the diesel engine for smooth running, look for any signs of oil leaks around the 2.0 Ingenium unit, and verify the condition of brakes and tyres given the 71,201-mile reading. As no model weak points are provided in the data, rely on a professional inspection and the clean MOT trail as your guide.
The black 2016 Discovery Sport (MC66ADE) shows 71,201 miles on its latest October 2025 MOT, which is in line with typical use for a nearly 10-year-old diesel SUV. Its MOT history is mostly clean, with passes in 2023, 2024 and 2025 and only one failure in October 2025 that was corrected within days. No defects were recorded at any test, indicating the vehicle has been maintained to a passable standard. Without model aggregate data, we cannot benchmark reliability, but the individual history is reassuring.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Land Rover Discovery Sport, so this assessment relies solely on the individual vehicle's test history.
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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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- 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 WarningSerious
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 IngressModerate
Blocked drains and poor sealing can lead to wet carpets and electrical faults.
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