2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · RJ19 VSL
2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2019. Recorded mileage 118,369 miles. MOT valid until 02/08/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2019 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/08/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/08/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,369 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2019
- Engine
- 1999cc
RJ19 VSL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2026
- 118,369 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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.
RJ19 VSL Mileage History
- 26/01/202383,614 mi
- 18/03/202493,146 mi+9,532 mi
- 21/02/2025103,928 mi+10,782 mi
- 29/07/2026118,357 mi+14,429 mi
- 04/08/2026118,369 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 9,870 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RJ19 VSL 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 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport (RJ19 VSL) between January 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Emissions unable to be completed engine noise injector (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers not checked (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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.