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2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · A5 GVF

A5 GVF

2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2016. Recorded mileage 51,337 miles. MOT valid until 01/03/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
Year / Origin
2016 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01/03/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/03/2027)
Recorded Mileage
51,337 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 01/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/03/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy profile, having passed its most recent MOT test in February 2026 with 51,337 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, following a minor electrical failure in February 2025 for a non-functional rear fog lamp which was rectified within three days. The clean result of the latest consecutive tests suggests the current owner is proactive in addressing immediate failures to maintain a valid test certificate. At 51,337 miles over ten years, this Discovery Sport has clocked significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 5,100 miles per year. This usage pattern is consistent across the record, with roughly 3,000 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests and 2,600 miles thereafter. While low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of rubber-based components perishing or brake components seizing if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A physical inspection must focus on the front sub-frame corrosion noted during the February 2024 test at 44,689 miles. Although the tester indicated the corrosion was not seriously weakened at that time, structural integrity on Land Rover vehicles requires close monitoring as oxidation tends to progress. The buyer should verify that the pitting has not accelerated in the last two years. Given the low annual mileage, you should also check for seized brake calipers and perished suspension bushes, as these are common failure points on vehicles that see infrequent use.

A5 GVF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/02/2026
  • 51,337 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

A5 GVF Mileage History

  1. 20/02/202341,548 mi
  2. 09/02/202444,689 mi+3,141 mi
  3. 10/02/202548,722 mi+4,033 mi
  4. 13/02/202548,725 mi+3 mi
  5. 16/02/202651,337 mi+2,612 mi

Average of roughly 3,275 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

A5 GVF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Jun 2026, 01:44
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (A5 GVF) between February 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 February 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: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.

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