2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · AC18 ERS
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 54,974 miles. MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,974 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AC18 ERS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/09/2025
- 54,974 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.
AC18 ERS 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 (AC18 ERS) between June 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
AC18 ERS Mileage History
- 20/06/202229,945 mi
- 19/06/202338,721 mi+8,776 mi
- 19/06/202338,721 mi
- 13/09/202448,689 mi+9,968 mi
- 20/09/202554,974 mi+6,285 mi
Average of roughly 7,696 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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- 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 WarningSerious
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 IngressModerate
Blocked drains and poor sealing can lead to wet carpets and electrical faults.
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