2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · SP16 XPH
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 09/03/2016. Recorded mileage 83,316 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,316 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
SP16 XPH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2025
- 83,316 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: Below 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.
SP16 XPH Mileage History
- 03/09/202152,576 mi
- 09/09/202152,581 mi+5 mi
- 16/01/202361,706 mi+9,125 mi
- 28/05/202471,668 mi+9,962 mi
- 24/07/202583,316 mi+11,648 mi
Average of roughly 7,904 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SP16 XPH 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 (SP16 XPH) between September 2021 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 July 2025 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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