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2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · J3 URG

J3 URG

2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2016. Recorded mileage 72,821 miles. MOT valid until 23/10/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
Year / Origin
2016
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 23/10/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/11/2026)
Recorded Mileage
72,821 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 23/10/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/11/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle remains in roadworthy condition, though the maintenance history shows a recurring pattern of reactive brakeicing. The most recent test in October 2025 at 72,821 miles flagged thin front brake pads and pitted or scored rear brake discs. This follows a trend seen in 2023 at 59,761 miles where thin front pads were noted. While the vehicle passes its inspections, the data suggests brake components are only addressed as they approach failure limits rather than proactively. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,282 miles annually. The record shows steady progress between 48,952 miles in September 2021 and 72,821 miles in October 2025. This low usage rate typically indicates lighter annual driving, though it can sometimes lead to rubber components and suspension bushes hardening over long periods. The clean records from 2022 and 2024 indicate periods where the vehicle operated without immediate mechanical or safety-related defects. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the scored rear discs have not suffered deep corrosion or thinning. Given the history of thin pads across multiple years, checking the brake calipers for binding or seized pistons is essential to prevent uneven wear. Furthermore, because the mileage is relatively low, one must inspect the control arm bushes and bushings for cracking or tearing, as these components are prone to age-related degradation regardless of total mileage.

J3 URG Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/10/2025
  • 72,821 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

J3 URG Mileage History

  1. 24/09/202148,952 mi
  2. 21/10/202254,692 mi+5,740 mi
  3. 25/10/202359,761 mi+5,069 mi
  4. 30/09/202465,351 mi+5,590 mi
  5. 25/10/202572,821 mi+7,470 mi

Average of roughly 5,843 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

J3 URG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 20 Jun 2026, 06:29
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (J3 URG) between September 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: Brakes (4 issues). 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.

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