2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · T31 LCJ
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/06/2016. Recorded mileage 95,921 miles. MOT valid until 14/10/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
T31 LCJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
- 95,921 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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T31 LCJ Mileage History
- 27/06/202375,301 mi
- 29/06/202375,318 mi+17 mi
- 08/07/202485,132 mi+9,814 mi
- 08/07/202593,804 mi+8,672 mi
- 15/10/202595,921 mi+2,117 mi
Average of roughly 8,956 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
T31 LCJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (T31 LCJ) between June 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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