2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · X29 WES
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2016. Recorded mileage 88,370 miles. MOT valid until 05/11/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Export Allocation
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/11/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,370 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
X29 WES Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2025
- 88,370 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
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.
X29 WES Mileage History
- 14/04/202376,670 mi
- 09/08/202482,781 mi+6,111 mi
- 30/09/202482,808 mi+27 mi
- 06/11/202483,356 mi+548 mi
- 31/10/202588,370 mi+5,014 mi
Average of roughly 4,589 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
X29 WES 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 (X29 WES) between April 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Emissions unable to be completed due to diesel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel (8.4.1 (a) (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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