2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · J99 VAC
2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28/03/2017. Recorded mileage 116,547 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2017
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,547 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 1999cc
J99 VAC Key Findings
- 7 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2025
- 116,547 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 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.
J99 VAC Mileage History
- 31/03/202043,583 mi
- 31/03/202152,793 mi+9,210 mi
- 16/03/202265,398 mi+12,605 mi
- 30/03/202377,311 mi+11,913 mi
- 26/03/202499,914 mi+22,603 mi
- 22/01/2025114,551 mi+14,637 mi
- 27/08/2025116,547 mi+1,996 mi
Average of roughly 13,493 miles per year across 7 recorded odometer readings.
J99 VAC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
7 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (J99 VAC) between March 2020 and August 2025.
The record contains 6 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 August 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 (8 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
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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