2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · Y20 MCH
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 08 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 48,149 miles. MOT expired on 07 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,149 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y20 MCH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2025
- 48,149 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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Y20 MCH 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 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (Y20 MCH) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Y20 MCH Mileage History
- 31/08/202232,253 mi
- 17/08/202337,565 mi+5,312 mi
- 18/08/202337,565 mi
- 29/08/202443,070 mi+5,505 mi
- 13/08/202548,149 mi+5,079 mi
Average of roughly 5,386 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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