2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · N33 BBJ
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23 May 2016. Recorded mileage 72,721 miles. MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,721 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N33 BBJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/02/2026
- 72,721 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N33 BBJ 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 (N33 BBJ) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 February 2026 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: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Rear Seat belt buckle missing rear most in boot folded need up righting for inspection (7.1.2 (d))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid system leaking (3.5 (a))”.
N33 BBJ Mileage History
- 22/02/202357,020 mi
- 13/03/202357,042 mi+22 mi
- 12/03/202464,759 mi+7,717 mi
- 28/03/202571,567 mi+6,808 mi
- 14/02/202672,721 mi+1,154 mi
Average of roughly 5,270 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Discovery Sport (L550)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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- 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 WarningSerious
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 IngressModerate
Blocked drains and poor sealing can lead to wet carpets and electrical faults.
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