2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · OU68 XAL
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 62,276 miles. MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,276 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OU68 XAL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2025
- 62,276 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OU68 XAL 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 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (OU68 XAL) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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 Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested brake performance not tested with faulty pads (1.2.1 (g))”.
OU68 XAL Mileage History
- 22/09/202345,956 mi
- 24/09/202453,416 mi+7,460 mi
- 26/09/202453,416 mi
- 12/09/202562,137 mi+8,721 mi
- 19/09/202562,276 mi+139 mi
Average of roughly 8,190 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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