2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · XX03 DER
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 18 May 2016. Recorded mileage 107,517 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Personal Export
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,517 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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XX03 DER Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2026
- 107,517 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
XX03 DER MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (XX03 DER) between May 2019 and July 2026.
The record contains 10 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Seat belt installation has cut and/or reworked original webbing 3RD ROW BELT HAS BEEN MAULED BY A DOG (10.1”.
XX03 DER Mileage History
- 13/05/201931,292 mi
- 25/07/201931,705 mi+413 mi
- 22/07/202041,329 mi+9,624 mi
- 23/07/202041,329 mi
- 12/07/202147,864 mi+6,535 mi
- 12/07/202258,532 mi+10,668 mi
- 26/06/202369,454 mi+10,922 mi
- 27/06/202369,456 mi+2 mi
- 03/07/202490,278 mi+20,822 mi
- 03/04/202596,705 mi+6,427 mi
- 10/03/2026104,437 mi+7,732 mi
- 11/03/2026104,438 mi+1 mi
- 25/07/2026107,517 mi+3,079 mi
Average of roughly 10,587 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Discovery Sport (L550)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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