2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · A27 KDM
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23/09/2015. Recorded mileage 124,954 miles. MOT valid until 18/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,954 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2015
- Engine
- 1999cc
A27 KDM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2026
- 124,954 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Land Rover Discovery Sport (L550)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
A27 KDM Mileage History
- 03/11/202284,251 mi
- 04/11/202399,400 mi+15,149 mi
- 14/03/2025108,838 mi+9,438 mi
- 19/03/2026124,954 mi+16,116 mi
- 19/03/2026124,954 mi
Average of roughly 12,064 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
A27 KDM 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 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (A27 KDM) between November 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed Engine oil level too low (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.
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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