2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.2L Diesel · RW11 NGS
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.2L, diesel). First registered 17 Jun 2015. Recorded mileage 59,885 miles. MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,885 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RW11 NGS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2025
- 59,885 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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RW11 NGS 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 (RW11 NGS) between March 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
RW11 NGS Mileage History
- 01/03/202239,959 mi
- 13/02/202345,891 mi+5,932 mi
- 13/02/202345,891 mi
- 05/04/202461,684 mi+15,793 mi
- 15/08/202559,885 mi-1,799 mi
Average of roughly 5,763 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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