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RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,566 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

1,566

Avg Mileage

22,613 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 3 years old, 95% of RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,566 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,613 miles.

How does the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars785th out of 3,373(top 23%)
Rank among all RENAULT models41th out of 636(top 6%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+3% (92% avg)
vs RENAULT average+15% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO has 22,613 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 TCE AUTO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1333cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/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 TCE AUTO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202287%3817,937 mi
202195%1,56622,613 mi
202094%1,70923,051 mi
201994%8123,182 mi

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About the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO

The 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO is a small family car with a 1333cc petrol engine. 1,566 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 23% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 22,613 miles at 3 years old, RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO 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 £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

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

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO Reliability Trend

The RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE 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.

Alternatives to the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO

The RENAULT CAPTUR ICONIC TCE AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: