2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · BA53 RAM
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 07/11/2016. Recorded mileage 77,491 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,491 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
BA53 RAM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2025
- 77,491 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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BA53 RAM Mileage History
- 25/07/202247,983 mi
- 26/07/202247,983 mi
- 26/07/202358,791 mi+10,808 mi
- 19/08/202469,689 mi+10,898 mi
- 05/08/202577,491 mi+7,802 mi
Average of roughly 9,737 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BA53 RAM 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 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (BA53 RAM) between July 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 August 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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