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Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto reliable? We analysed 6,573 real MOT tests across 1,498 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 6,573 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.9%
Typical Mileage
37,458mi
Annual Mileage
8,529mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto.

Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84.9%
2020
84.7%
2019

Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 31
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30

Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,972 mi/yr
Typical
8,529 mi/yr
Average
9,481 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,525 mi/yr

Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 3,500 84.9% 26,244 36,454 49,597
2019 2,908 84.7% 26,699 37,925 51,446

How Long Does a Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto Last?

Based on 1,498 Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.0 years
Median
5.0 years

Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
37,458 mi
75th Percentile
50,576 mi
95th Percentile
75,946 mi
Max Recorded
196,015 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

84.9% MOT pass rate from 3,500 tests

Year to avoid
2019

84.7% MOT pass rate from 2,908 tests

The best year to buy a used Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.9% across 3,500 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto THIS CAR 84.9% 6,573 37,458 mi — yrs
Land Rover Discovery 72.7% 4,388,972 108,947 mi 36 yrs
Land Rover Freelander 74.7% 4,326,495 85,110 mi 28 yrs
Land Rover Defender 72.3% 2,960,045 94,788 mi 43 yrs
Peugeot 2008 Allure Prem Puretech Ss A 89.9% 4,615 21,706 mi — yrs

Compared to the Land Rover Discovery (72.7% pass rate) and the Land Rover Freelander (74.7% pass rate), the Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.9% across 6,573 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto owner drives around 8,529 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto reliable?
Based on 6,573 MOT tests, the Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto has a 84.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto do per year?
The typical Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto does around 8,529 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Land Rover Discovery Sport S D Auto is 2020 with a 84.9% pass rate across 3,500 tests.