2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · YS16 PBY
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/05/2016. Recorded mileage 126,567 miles. MOT valid until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,567 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
YS16 PBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
- 126,567 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
YS16 PBY Mileage History
- 02/04/2024104,389 mi
- 02/04/2024104,390 mi+1 mi
- 14/03/2025117,597 mi+13,207 mi
- 24/03/2026126,567 mi+8,970 mi
- 24/03/2026126,567 mi
Average of roughly 11,236 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YS16 PBY 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 (YS16 PBY) between April 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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