2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.2L Diesel · R55 AAL
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.2L, diesel). First registered 31/03/2015. Recorded mileage 100,127 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,127 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2015
- Engine
- 2179cc
R55 AAL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/04/2026
- 100,127 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
R55 AAL Mileage History
- 10/11/202167,403 mi
- 16/11/202275,444 mi+8,041 mi
- 17/01/202482,294 mi+6,850 mi
- 29/04/202592,997 mi+10,703 mi
- 20/04/2026100,127 mi+7,130 mi
Average of roughly 7,369 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R55 AAL 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 (R55 AAL) between November 2021 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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