2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · ME16 EEJ
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2016. Recorded mileage 87,174 miles. MOT valid until 28/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,174 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
ME16 EEJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2026
- 87,174 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.
ME16 EEJ Mileage History
- 14/02/202365,500 mi
- 19/02/202476,908 mi+11,408 mi
- 06/02/202582,834 mi+5,926 mi
- 06/02/202582,834 mi
- 12/02/202687,174 mi+4,340 mi
Average of roughly 7,237 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ME16 EEJ 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 (ME16 EEJ) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 February 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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