2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · SD68 XAP
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/10/2018. Recorded mileage 39,968 miles. MOT valid until 29/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 39,968 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1999cc
SD68 XAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
- 39,968 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (16 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.
SD68 XAP Mileage History
- 31/05/202331,489 mi
- 28/05/202434,023 mi+2,534 mi
- 20/05/202536,873 mi+2,850 mi
- 26/05/202639,968 mi+3,095 mi
- 26/05/202639,968 mi
Average of roughly 2,839 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SD68 XAP 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 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (SD68 XAP) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 May 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: Tyres (16 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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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