2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · JM53 TAY
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24/03/2018. Recorded mileage 71,071 miles. MOT valid until 28/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,071 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1999cc
JM53 TAY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2025
- 71,071 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
JM53 TAY Mileage History
- 15/12/202238,618 mi
- 15/12/202350,130 mi+11,512 mi
- 09/12/202460,436 mi+10,306 mi
- 09/12/202460,436 mi
- 15/12/202571,071 mi+10,635 mi
Average of roughly 10,818 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
JM53 TAY 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 (JM53 TAY) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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