2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · WJ16 FPC
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 95,576 miles. MOT expired on 02 Sept 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Sept 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,576 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WJ16 FPC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 29/08/2025
- 95,576 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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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.
WJ16 FPC Mileage History
- 10/10/202267,421 mi
- 03/10/202375,047 mi+7,626 mi
- 03/09/202487,023 mi+11,976 mi
- 03/09/202487,023 mi
- 29/08/202595,576 mi+8,553 mi
Average of roughly 9,757 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WJ16 FPC 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 (WJ16 FPC) between October 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 August 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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- 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 WarningSerious
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 IngressModerate
Blocked drains and poor sealing can lead to wet carpets and electrical faults.
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