2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · SO18 VLS
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17/03/2018. Recorded mileage 76,494 miles. MOT valid until 25/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,494 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1999cc
SO18 VLS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/04/2026
- 76,494 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
SO18 VLS Mileage History
- 03/04/202350,686 mi
- 24/04/202459,443 mi+8,757 mi
- 17/04/202568,328 mi+8,885 mi
- 01/04/202676,488 mi+8,160 mi
- 03/04/202676,494 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 8,601 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SO18 VLS 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 (SO18 VLS) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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