2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · L11 BCM
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 86,373 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,373 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L11 BCM Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2026
- 86,373 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
L11 BCM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (L11 BCM) between September 2019 and July 2026.
The record contains 8 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 16 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side Wall Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii”; “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side Wall Perished (5.2.3 (d) (i”; “Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”.
L11 BCM Mileage History
- 27/09/201950,451 mi
- 01/08/202055,604 mi+5,153 mi
- 19/07/202161,786 mi+6,182 mi
- 30/07/202268,405 mi+6,619 mi
- 30/07/202268,405 mi
- 29/07/202375,385 mi+6,980 mi
- 16/07/202479,117 mi+3,732 mi
- 23/07/202479,198 mi+81 mi
- 21/07/202582,586 mi+3,388 mi
- 24/07/202582,591 mi+5 mi
- 16/07/202686,373 mi+3,782 mi
- 16/07/202686,373 mi
Average of roughly 5,282 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: Average
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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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