2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · FM65 PBY
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2016. Recorded mileage 71,954 miles. MOT valid until 08/02/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/02/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/05/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,954 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
FM65 PBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/02/2026
- 71,954 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: Good
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.
FM65 PBY Mileage History
- 18/01/202350,269 mi
- 18/01/202456,793 mi+6,524 mi
- 16/01/202564,670 mi+7,877 mi
- 14/01/202671,603 mi+6,933 mi
- 09/02/202671,954 mi+351 mi
Average of roughly 7,084 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FM65 PBY 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 (FM65 PBY) between January 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (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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