2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · PL65 VMF
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 04/11/2015. Recorded mileage 50,240 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,240 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2015
- Engine
- 1999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
PL65 VMF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2025
- 50,240 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: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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PL65 VMF Mileage History
- 24/10/202231,374 mi
- 13/10/202337,706 mi+6,332 mi
- 29/08/202442,272 mi+4,566 mi
- 26/08/202550,240 mi+7,968 mi
- 26/08/202550,240 mi
Average of roughly 6,645 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PL65 VMF 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 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (PL65 VMF) between October 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 August 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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