2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · LO16 SPV
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24/05/2016. Recorded mileage 81,428 miles. MOT valid until 01/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,428 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
LO16 SPV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
- 81,428 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
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
LO16 SPV Mileage History
- 26/10/202263,111 mi
- 26/10/202263,111 mi
- 23/10/202369,139 mi+6,028 mi
- 23/10/202475,189 mi+6,050 mi
- 30/10/202581,428 mi+6,239 mi
Average of roughly 6,083 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LO16 SPV 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 (LO16 SPV) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 October 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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