2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · SM17 XDS
2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25/03/2017. Recorded mileage 85,882 miles. MOT valid until 10/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,882 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 1999cc
SM17 XDS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2026
- 85,882 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
SM17 XDS Mileage History
- 19/02/202574,605 mi
- 20/02/202574,606 mi+1 mi
- 18/03/202685,087 mi+10,481 mi
- 20/03/202685,088 mi+1 mi
- 12/08/202685,882 mi+794 mi
Average of roughly 7,641 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM17 XDS 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 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport (SM17 XDS) between February 2025 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (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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