2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · SC07 NYY
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25 May 2016. Recorded mileage 99,024 miles. MOT valid until 21 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,024 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SC07 NYY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
- 99,024 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 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.
SC07 NYY Mileage History
- 04/08/202275,729 mi
- 11/07/202384,986 mi+9,257 mi
- 31/07/202498,067 mi+13,081 mi
- 20/10/202599,015 mi+948 mi
- 23/10/202599,024 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 7,235 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SC07 NYY 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 (SC07 NYY) between August 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 October 2025 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: Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Offside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm Boot (7.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm Boot (7.1.2 (b))”; “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.
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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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