2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · LH16 DVC
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24/03/2016. Recorded mileage 52,518 miles. MOT valid until 19/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,518 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
LH16 DVC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/11/2025
- 52,518 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
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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.
LH16 DVC Mileage History
- 10/03/202338,003 mi
- 02/04/202444,186 mi+6,183 mi
- 02/04/202444,186 mi
- 05/11/202447,429 mi+3,243 mi
- 20/11/202552,518 mi+5,089 mi
Average of roughly 5,376 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LH16 DVC 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 (LH16 DVC) between March 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 November 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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