2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · J20 RBC
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 08/03/2018. Recorded mileage 72,748 miles. MOT valid until 17/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,748 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1999cc
J20 RBC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2025
- 72,748 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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.
J20 RBC Mileage History
- 19/10/202116,997 mi
- 28/09/202236,499 mi+19,502 mi
- 06/10/202351,536 mi+15,037 mi
- 15/10/202461,829 mi+10,293 mi
- 02/10/202572,748 mi+10,919 mi
Average of roughly 14,103 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
J20 RBC 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 (J20 RBC) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
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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