2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · C9 LFE
2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/09/2017. Recorded mileage 99,356 miles. MOT valid until 08/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Cardiff
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,356 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 1999cc
C9 LFE Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
- 99,356 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (20 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.
C9 LFE Mileage History
- 18/09/202027,708 mi
- 17/10/202027,756 mi+48 mi
- 16/10/202137,963 mi+10,207 mi
- 16/10/202137,963 mi
- 14/10/202258,955 mi+20,992 mi
- 17/10/202258,955 mi
- 24/11/202363,709 mi+4,754 mi
- 18/11/202480,222 mi+16,513 mi
- 19/11/202480,116 mi-106 mi
- 21/11/202594,807 mi+14,691 mi
- 22/11/202594,807 mi
- 04/08/202699,356 mi+4,549 mi
- 10/08/202699,356 mi
Average of roughly 12,161 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
C9 LFE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (C9 LFE) between September 2020 and August 2026.
The record contains 7 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 10 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (20 issues), Tyres (14 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))”.
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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