2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · GJ16 FHC
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22/03/2016. Recorded mileage 95,482 miles. MOT valid until 20/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,482 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
GJ16 FHC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/01/2026
- 95,482 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.
GJ16 FHC Mileage History
- 13/01/202377,768 mi
- 16/01/202485,793 mi+8,025 mi
- 10/01/202590,718 mi+4,925 mi
- 13/01/202695,480 mi+4,762 mi
- 15/01/202695,482 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,893 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GJ16 FHC 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 (GJ16 FHC) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 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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