LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT2016 · 2.0L Diesel
Vehicle Insight Summary
Free vehicle summary for R23 VRP: 2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT (Black, Diesel). Mileage: 99,562. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
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Full MOT History
Registered in 2016, this Land Rover Discovery Sport with plate R23 VRP has undergone 5 MOT inspections since February 2023.
Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. 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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