2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · YY66 GDO
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28/10/2016. Recorded mileage 87,413 miles. MOT valid until 23/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,413 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1999cc
YY66 GDO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
- 87,413 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
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.
YY66 GDO Mileage History
- 26/10/202259,989 mi
- 02/06/202364,653 mi+4,664 mi
- 04/01/202578,279 mi+13,626 mi
- 08/01/202578,323 mi+44 mi
- 24/03/202687,413 mi+9,090 mi
Average of roughly 8,046 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY66 GDO 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 (YY66 GDO) between October 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 March 2026 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: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
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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