2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · JK04 LEK
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10/03/2016. Recorded mileage 85,428 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,428 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
JK04 LEK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2025
- 85,428 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
JK04 LEK Mileage History
- 27/02/202365,564 mi
- 11/03/202475,382 mi+9,818 mi
- 11/03/202475,382 mi
- 10/04/202585,426 mi+10,044 mi
- 11/04/202585,428 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 9,377 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
JK04 LEK 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 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (JK04 LEK) between February 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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