Renault Captur (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 238 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

92%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1333cc Petrol

Great Choice

92% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 10 points above average.

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Petrol1333cc5 years old238 tests19k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1333cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

92% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Renault brand average of 80%.

92% of MOT tests on Renault Capturs from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 238 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 18,710 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models1998th of 3,336(bottom half)

Rank among Renault models107th of 615(top 18%)

vs average of all models+10%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+0%(92% avg)

vs Renault average+12%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

18,710

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Renault Captur had 18,710 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 94%, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 73%. The 2021 scores 92%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Renault Captur by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	94%	33	18,487 mi
2021	92%	238	18,710 mi
2020	94%	3,770	23,475 mi
2019	90%	31,984	32,849 mi
2018	88%	33,099	40,376 mi
2017	87%	31,174	46,531 mi
2016	84%	39,708	54,414 mi
2015	80%	39,587	63,570 mi
2014	78%	32,436	71,690 mi
2013	73%	10,750	78,897 mi

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Ford Fiesta

2019 · 998cc Petrol

£1,630/year

91%

-1%

Volkswagen Golf

2019 · 1498cc Petrol

£1,853/year

92%

same

Vauxhall Corsa

2019 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,003/year

88%

-4%

Nissan Qashqai

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£1,853/year

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About the 2021 Renault Captur

The 2021 Renault Captur is a small family car. Our records list a 1333cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 238 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model matches that benchmark.

With an average of 18,710 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Renault Captur owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 Renault Captur Fuel Costs

The 1333cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 Renault Captur?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Renault Captur Reliability Trend

Newer Renault Capturs pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 11 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2021 Renault Captur

At 5 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%.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

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 2021 Renault Captur stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Renault Captur(2021)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£223
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same
Vauxhall Corsa(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Renault Captur

Is the 2021 Renault Captur reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 92% of MOT tests on 2021 Renault Capturs ended in a pass, from 238 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Renault Captur cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Renault Captur?

92% of 238 MOT tests on the 2021 Renault Captur ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1998th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom half).

Which year Renault Captur has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Renault Captur has the highest MOT pass rate at 94% and the 2013 the lowest at 73%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Renault Captur?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Renault Captur is 18,710 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.