2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · KT16 DEC
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2016. Recorded mileage 83,562 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,562 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KT16 DEC Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
- 83,562 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
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KT16 DEC MOT History
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12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (KT16 DEC) between March 2019 and July 2026.
The record contains 9 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 08 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/45r20 103v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
KT16 DEC Mileage History
- 25/03/201934,563 mi
- 25/03/201934,563 mi
- 17/03/202044,356 mi+9,793 mi
- 01/04/202147,036 mi+2,680 mi
- 26/03/202251,713 mi+4,677 mi
- 31/08/202251,988 mi+275 mi
- 08/08/202362,103 mi+10,115 mi
- 09/08/202362,109 mi+6 mi
- 07/08/202470,108 mi+7,999 mi
- 08/08/202470,113 mi+5 mi
- 05/08/202576,807 mi+6,694 mi
- 08/07/202683,562 mi+6,755 mi
Average of roughly 6,723 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Discovery Sport (L550)
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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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