2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · F8 MSE
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/05/2018. Recorded mileage 36,298 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,298 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1999cc
F8 MSE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2025
- 36,298 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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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.
F8 MSE Mileage History
- 12/05/202224,448 mi
- 22/05/202329,292 mi+4,844 mi
- 09/05/202432,905 mi+3,613 mi
- 09/05/202432,905 mi
- 15/05/202536,298 mi+3,393 mi
Average of roughly 3,938 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
F8 MSE 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 (F8 MSE) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 May 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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