2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · JU16 AND
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17/03/2016. Recorded mileage 95,913 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/07/2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/03/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/07/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,913 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
JU16 AND Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/03/2025
- 95,913 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 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.
JU16 AND Mileage History
- 10/03/202385,031 mi
- 04/03/202490,876 mi+5,845 mi
- 06/03/202490,876 mi
- 12/03/202595,913 mi+5,037 mi
- 12/03/202595,913 mi
Average of roughly 5,424 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
JU16 AND 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 (JU16 AND) between March 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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: “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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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