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RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 49 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

86%

Total Tests (2024)

49

Avg Mileage

22,825 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,500

Is the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO reliable?

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 3 years old, 86% of RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 49 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,825 miles.

How does the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars3077th out of 3,373(top 91%)
Rank among all RENAULT models234th out of 636(top 37%)
vs national average+4% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-6% (92% avg)
vs RENAULT average+6% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO has 22,825 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO cost to run?

Fuel (Diesel, 1461cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,500
Per month£125/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 ICONIC DCI AUTO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202186%4922,825 mi
202096%11532,041 mi

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About the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO

The 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO is a small family car with a 1461cc diesel engine. 49 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 91% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 22,825 miles at 3 years old, RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO Fuel Costs

The 1461cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,500 125/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC DCI AUTO

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. Note: with only 49 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

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