2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · FV18 TPU
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/06/2018. Recorded mileage 71,491 miles. MOT valid until 04/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Lincoln
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,491 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1999cc
FV18 TPU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/01/2026
- 71,491 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
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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.
FV18 TPU Mileage History
- 02/05/202344,984 mi
- 05/02/202452,557 mi+7,573 mi
- 05/02/202452,560 mi+3 mi
- 30/01/202561,945 mi+9,385 mi
- 28/01/202671,491 mi+9,546 mi
Average of roughly 9,664 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FV18 TPU 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 (FV18 TPU) between May 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 January 2026 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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