2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · RA03 LOV
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 20/03/2016. Recorded mileage 69,516 miles. MOT valid until 06/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,516 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
RA03 LOV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2026
- 69,516 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
RA03 LOV Mileage History
- 10/07/202458,808 mi
- 02/09/202458,852 mi+44 mi
- 04/04/202560,913 mi+2,061 mi
- 07/04/202669,516 mi+8,603 mi
- 07/04/202669,516 mi
Average of roughly 6,149 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RA03 LOV 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 (RA03 LOV) between July 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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