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2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · LJ16 ADB

LJ16 ADB

2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 73,148 miles. MOT expired on 14 Sept 2026.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
Year / Origin
2016 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 14 Sept 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
73,148 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 14 Sept 2026
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle demonstrates stable roadworthiness with no defects recorded in its last three MOT tests, including the most recent September 2025 inspection at 73,148 miles. The 2023-08-12 failure at 58,083 miles is unexplained by defect details, but subsequent tests from 2023 to 2025 show consistent compliance with safety standards. No recurring mechanical or structural issues are evident in the recorded history, suggesting routine maintenance has addressed potential concerns. Mileage progression aligns with typical usage for a 10-year-old vehicle, averaging 7,315 miles annually. Notable gaps include a 1,107-mile increase between the 2022-08-04 test (50,247 miles) and the 2023-08-12 failure (58,083 miles), followed by a 7,410-mile rise to 66,100 by 2024-09-14. These increments reflect steady usage without abrupt surges, though the 2023 failure remains unexplained. The absence of defects in later tests implies any issues were resolved promptly. A buyer should verify suspension components, particularly rear coil springs and bushings, given the vehicle’s age and mileage. Brake systems, including caliper binding and disc wear, warrant inspection, as these are common wear points. Structural corrosion is not flagged in the records, but a thorough underbody check is advisable. The MOT history lacks specific mechanical failures, but the 2023 failure suggests potential oversight in addressing minor faults, which could indicate inconsistent maintenance practices.
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LJ16 ADB Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2025
  • 73,148 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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LJ16 ADB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (LJ16 ADB) between August 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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LJ16 ADB Mileage History

  1. 04/08/202250,247 mi
  2. 12/08/202358,083 mi+7,836 mi
  3. 15/09/202358,690 mi+607 mi
  4. 14/09/202466,100 mi+7,410 mi
  5. 09/09/202573,148 mi+7,048 mi

Average of roughly 7,391 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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