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RENAULT CAPTUR (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 33,099 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

88%

Total Tests (2024)

33,099

Avg Mileage

40,376 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,550

Is the 2018 RENAULT CAPTUR reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 6 years old, 88% of RENAULT CAPTURs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 33,099 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 40,376 miles.

How does the 2018 RENAULT CAPTUR compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars433th out of 649(top 67%)
Rank among all RENAULT models193th out of 636(top 30%)
vs national average+6% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average-1% (89% avg)
vs RENAULT average+8% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 RENAULT CAPTUR has 40,376 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a RENAULT CAPTUR?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 73%. The 2018 sits between the two at 88%.

How much does a 2018 RENAULT CAPTUR cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1197cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,550
Per month£129/mo

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

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 2018 RENAULT CAPTUR

The 2018 RENAULT CAPTUR is a city car with a 1197cc petrol engine. 33,099 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 40,376 miles at 6 years old, RENAULT CAPTUR owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 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 2018 RENAULT CAPTUR?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,550 (£129/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% 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 2018 RENAULT CAPTUR

At 6 years old, the RENAULT CAPTUR offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 33,099 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2018 RENAULT CAPTUR

The RENAULT CAPTUR is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: