2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · MY55 JFS
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23/12/2016. Recorded mileage 38,142 miles. MOT valid until 22/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,142 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
MY55 JFS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/12/2025
- 38,142 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.
MY55 JFS Mileage History
- 19/12/202223,205 mi
- 06/12/202327,320 mi+4,115 mi
- 06/12/202327,320 mi
- 17/12/202432,866 mi+5,546 mi
- 16/12/202538,142 mi+5,276 mi
Average of roughly 4,992 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MY55 JFS 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 (MY55 JFS) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 December 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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