2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT2.0L Diesel
Vehicle Insight Summary
Free vehicle summary for R12 BAA: 2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT (Blue, Diesel). Mileage: 75,249. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.
- 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
Registered in 2016, this Land Rover Discovery Sport with plate R12 BAA has undergone 5 MOT inspections since October 2022.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership 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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