2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · FG18 NVM
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 07/03/2018. Recorded mileage 75,855 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,855 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1999cc
FG18 NVM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2025
- 75,855 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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FG18 NVM Mileage History
- 03/04/202354,493 mi
- 03/04/202354,493 mi
- 02/06/202356,003 mi+1,510 mi
- 14/05/202463,513 mi+7,510 mi
- 27/08/202575,855 mi+12,342 mi
Average of roughly 8,897 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FG18 NVM 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 (FG18 NVM) between April 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 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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