2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.2L Diesel · MM15 GAR
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.2L, diesel). First registered 20/06/2015. Recorded mileage 82,230 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,230 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2015
- Engine
- 2179cc
MM15 GAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2025
- 82,230 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
MM15 GAR Mileage History
- 29/06/202261,649 mi
- 29/06/202261,649 mi
- 28/06/202372,453 mi+10,804 mi
- 03/07/202477,288 mi+4,835 mi
- 15/09/202582,230 mi+4,942 mi
Average of roughly 6,403 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MM15 GAR 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 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (MM15 GAR) between June 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened pitted/corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened pitted/corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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