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RENAULT CAPTUR (2016)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 39,708 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,525

£127/month

MOT Pass Rate

84%

Good

Road Tax

£165

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 5-15

1197cc Petrol

Solid Option

84% pass rate, £1525/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1197cc10 years old39,708 tests54k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1197cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Based on 1197cc

£165
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,525
Per month£127/mo
Per week£29/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

84% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 10 years old, 84% of RENAULT CAPTURs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 39,708 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 54,414 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2016 cars411th of 586(top 70%)
Rank among RENAULT models260th of 636(top 41%)
vs national average+2%(82% avg)
vs 2016 cars average-1%(85% avg)
vs RENAULT average+4%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

54,414

Average miles

vs

74,000

Expected for age

The average 2016 RENAULT CAPTUR has 54,414 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 74,000 miles for a 10-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 73%. The 2016 sits between the two at 84%.

RENAULT CAPTUR by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202294%3318,487 mi
202192%23818,710 mi
202094%3,77023,475 mi
201990%31,98432,849 mi
201888%33,09940,376 mi
201787%31,17446,531 mi
201684%39,70854,414 mi
201580%39,58763,570 mi
201478%32,43671,690 mi
201373%10,75078,897 mi

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About the 2016 RENAULT CAPTUR

The 2016 RENAULT CAPTUR is a city car with a 1197cc petrol engine. 39,708 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2016, the average MOT pass rate is 85%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 54,414 miles at 10 years old, RENAULT CAPTUR owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2016 RENAULT CAPTUR Fuel Costs

The modest 1197cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2016 RENAULT CAPTUR?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,525 127/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £165 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

RENAULT CAPTUR Reliability Trend

Newer RENAULT CAPTURs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2016 RENAULT CAPTUR

At 10 years old, the RENAULT CAPTUR is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 39,708 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2016 RENAULT CAPTUR's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2016 RENAULT CAPTUR stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
RENAULT CAPTUR(2016)84%£955£165Grp 5-15£1525
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£135
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722+£197
FORD FOCUS(2014)80%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1677+£152
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550+£25

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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