2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · FA08 RED
2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10/01/2017. Recorded mileage 92,345 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,345 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 1999cc
FA08 RED Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2025
- 92,345 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.
FA08 RED Mileage History
- 27/04/202380,450 mi
- 24/07/202380,942 mi+492 mi
- 15/07/202485,531 mi+4,589 mi
- 15/07/202485,531 mi
- 21/07/202592,345 mi+6,814 mi
Average of roughly 5,324 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FA08 RED 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 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (FA08 RED) between April 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 July 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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