2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · NG66 VWR
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 19/09/2016. Recorded mileage 74,732 miles. MOT valid until 08/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Newcastle
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/09/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,732 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
NG66 VWR Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/09/2026
- 74,732 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
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.
NG66 VWR Mileage History
- 09/09/201924,017 mi
- 03/09/202029,726 mi+5,709 mi
- 10/09/202029,899 mi+173 mi
- 26/08/202134,511 mi+4,612 mi
- 26/08/202134,511 mi
- 05/09/202240,670 mi+6,159 mi
- 12/09/202346,407 mi+5,737 mi
- 03/07/202453,314 mi+6,907 mi
- 30/08/202453,764 mi+450 mi
- 20/08/202565,573 mi+11,809 mi
- 28/08/202674,728 mi+9,155 mi
- 10/09/202674,732 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 7,241 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
NG66 VWR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (NG66 VWR) between September 2019 and September 2026.
The record contains 9 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 10 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). 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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Wearing on”.
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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