2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · S1 BBU
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/03/2016. Recorded mileage 123,646 miles. MOT valid until 04/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/07/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,646 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
S1 BBU Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2026
- 123,646 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
S1 BBU Mileage History
- 21/03/201949,909 mi
- 21/09/202078,046 mi+28,137 mi
- 25/09/202078,051 mi+5 mi
- 09/09/202185,414 mi+7,363 mi
- 23/09/202294,791 mi+9,377 mi
- 14/09/2023101,037 mi+6,246 mi
- 24/09/2024109,909 mi+8,872 mi
- 17/09/2025118,652 mi+8,743 mi
- 06/07/2026123,646 mi+4,994 mi
Average of roughly 10,108 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
S1 BBU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (S1 BBU) between March 2019 and July 2026.
The record contains 8 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 July 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: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
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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