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Renault Grand Espace

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,188 cc

S70 YTLMOT history

S70 YTL is a red diesel Renault Grand Espace first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 100,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
100,561 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 YTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Grand Espace
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,188 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 YTL was last recorded at 100,561 miles on 27 May 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 May 2010: 54,801 miles, lower than 54,802 miles on 4 May 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,514 miles · 15 May 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
2,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,561 miles
  • 2025 – 98,927 miles
  • 2024 – 96,928 miles
  • 2023 – 94,545 miles
  • 2022 – 92,577 miles
  • 2021 – 90,344 miles
  • 2020 – 87,679 miles
  • 2019 – 85,504 miles
  • 2018 – 83,080 miles
  • 2017 – 79,923 miles
  • 2016 – 75,152 miles
  • 2015 – 72,320 miles
  • 2014 – 69,486 miles
  • 2013 – 66,465 miles
  • 2012 – 64,467 miles
  • 2011 – 59,762 miles
  • 2010 – 54,801 miles
  • 2009 – 49,320 miles
  • 2008 – 46,667 miles
  • 2007 – 45,080 miles
  • 2006 – 42,178 miles
  • 2005 – 38,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,561 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front subframe bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2010

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,561 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    100,561 miles
    Test number
    448457786360
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,514 miles (+1,587)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,514 miles
    Test number
    165815867368
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,927 miles (+1,999)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    98,927 miles
    Test number
    655558006107
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass96,928 miles (+2,383)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    96,928 miles
    Test number
    739105370872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,545 miles (+1,968)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    94,545 miles
    Test number
    299730800480
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass92,577 miles (+2,233)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    92,577 miles
    Test number
    296623060835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,344 miles (+2,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    90,344 miles
    Test number
    184854022015
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  8. Pass87,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    87,679 miles
    Test number
    776239579858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,679 miles (+2,175)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,679 miles
    Test number
    460607467293
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass85,504 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    85,504 miles
    Test number
    441243304287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,503 miles (+2,423)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,503 miles
    Test number
    357544765217
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Exhaust silencer insecure rubber mount (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass83,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    83,080 miles
    Test number
    586902236236
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe bushes deteriorated

  13. Fail83,080 miles (+3,157)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,080 miles
    Test number
    516364525955
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe bushes deteriorated

  14. Pass79,923 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,923 miles
    Test number
    122973316006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail79,923 miles (+4,771)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,923 miles
    Test number
    997796803390
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass75,152 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    75,152 miles
    Test number
    707116393175
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail75,152 miles (+2,832)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,152 miles
    Test number
    254957709437
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass72,320 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,320 miles
    Test number
    198258205299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,313 miles (+2,827)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,313 miles
    Test number
    339645205269
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass69,486 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    69,486 miles
    Test number
    548345704255
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low and worn below 1.6mm on both edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn below 1.6mm on both edges
    • NoteOil leak from nearside inner c.v.gaiter area
    • NoteRear of exhaust corroded

  21. Fail69,486 miles (+3,021)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,486 miles
    Test number
    726205004224
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low and worn below 1.6mm on both edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn below 1.6mm on both edges
    • NoteOil leak from nearside inner c.v.gaiter area
    • NoteRear of exhaust corroded

  22. Pass66,465 miles (+1,998)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,465 miles
    Test number
    589390803238
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low on both edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

  23. Pass64,467 miles (+4,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,467 miles
    Test number
    659448802235
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  24. Pass59,762 miles (+4,961)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    59,762 miles
    Test number
    618965441107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,801 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,801 miles
    Test number
    774064240183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail54,802 miles (+5,482)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,802 miles
    Test number
    990124720196
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  27. Pass49,320 miles (+2,653)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    49,320 miles
    Test number
    322759639109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,667 miles (+1,587)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,667 miles
    Test number
    832468398078
    • NoteNearside headlamp aim only just ok

  29. Pass45,080 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,080 miles
    Test number
    631633357180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass42,178 miles (+3,342)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,178 miles
    Test number
    350021306440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass38,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    38,836 miles
    Test number
    733530405299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail38,836 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,836 miles
    Test number
    620936195199
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S70 YTL

Does S70 YTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 YTL is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 YTL?
The MOT on S70 YTL is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 YTL done?
S70 YTL was recorded at 100,561 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 2,958 miles a year.
Has S70 YTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 YTL has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S70 YTL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S70 YTL find?
S70 YTL passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 2 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil.

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