2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · XIW 12
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24/03/2018. Recorded mileage 45,229 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1999cc
XIW 12 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2025
- 45,229 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: Below Average
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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XIW 12 Mileage History
- 20/06/202227,345 mi
- 04/07/202333,645 mi+6,300 mi
- 06/07/202333,655 mi+10 mi
- 18/07/202438,723 mi+5,068 mi
- 23/06/202545,229 mi+6,506 mi
Average of roughly 5,945 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
XIW 12 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 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (XIW 12) between June 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 June 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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