2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · J88 ELG
2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 21 Jul 2017. Recorded mileage 162,060 miles. MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2017
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,060 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J88 ELG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/11/2025
- 162,060 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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J88 ELG 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 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (J88 ELG) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
J88 ELG Mileage History
- 10/11/2022116,875 mi
- 03/11/2023132,228 mi+15,353 mi
- 31/10/2024146,749 mi+14,521 mi
- 11/11/2025162,060 mi+15,311 mi
- 12/11/2025162,060 mi
Average of roughly 15,033 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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