2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · NC16 FEF
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/05/2016. Recorded mileage 130,120 miles. MOT valid until 15/06/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Newcastle
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,120 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
NC16 FEF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/06/2026
- 130,120 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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.
NC16 FEF Mileage History
- 28/11/202296,268 mi
- 08/11/2023106,630 mi+10,362 mi
- 15/11/2024116,684 mi+10,054 mi
- 29/11/2025125,909 mi+9,225 mi
- 17/06/2026130,120 mi+4,211 mi
Average of roughly 9,534 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NC16 FEF 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 (NC16 FEF) between November 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
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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