2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT2.0L Diesel
Vehicle Insight Summary
Free vehicle summary for YV05 MUS: 2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT (Grey, Diesel). Mileage: 62,030. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (YV05 MUS), we found 5 MOT results in the period of January 2024 to January 2026.
Historically, this vehicle has passed 60% of its MOT tests, totaling 3 passes against 2 fails. The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.
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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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