2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · SX16 DKA
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 12/07/2016. Recorded mileage 81,259 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Inverness
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,259 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
SX16 DKA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/08/2025
- 81,259 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.
SX16 DKA Mileage History
- 04/07/202259,142 mi
- 04/07/202259,142 mi
- 14/06/202365,665 mi+6,523 mi
- 15/08/202478,719 mi+13,054 mi
- 16/08/202581,259 mi+2,540 mi
Average of roughly 7,092 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SX16 DKA 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 (SX16 DKA) between July 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 August 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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