2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · LP65 VAK
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22/01/2016. Recorded mileage 63,125 miles. MOT valid until 03/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,125 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
LP65 VAK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/03/2026
- 63,125 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.
LP65 VAK Mileage History
- 30/03/202350,205 mi
- 25/01/202453,124 mi+2,919 mi
- 21/01/202557,672 mi+4,548 mi
- 28/01/202557,686 mi+14 mi
- 04/03/202663,125 mi+5,439 mi
Average of roughly 4,410 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LP65 VAK 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 (LP65 VAK) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 March 2026 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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