2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · H28 ARL
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 16 Sept 2015. Recorded mileage 83,532 miles. MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,532 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
H28 ARL Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2025
- 83,532 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
H28 ARL Mileage History
- 17/09/201833,996 mi
- 09/09/201944,756 mi+10,760 mi
- 15/09/202053,723 mi+8,967 mi
- 06/09/202161,523 mi+7,800 mi
- 12/09/202272,254 mi+10,731 mi
- 07/09/202376,833 mi+4,579 mi
- 08/09/202376,833 mi
- 23/12/202480,070 mi+3,237 mi
- 12/09/202583,532 mi+3,462 mi
Average of roughly 7,089 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
H28 ARL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (H28 ARL) between September 2018 and September 2025.
The record contains 8 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 September 2025 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: Tyres (13 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 41 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
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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- 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 WarningSerious
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 IngressModerate
Blocked drains and poor sealing can lead to wet carpets and electrical faults.
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