RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTO (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,471 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
1,471
Avg Mileage
17,228 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 3 years old, 96% of RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,471 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 17,228 miles.
How does the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTO has 17,228 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTO cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTO by Year
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About the 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTO
The 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTO is a small family car with a 1333cc petrol engine. 1,471 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 15% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 17,228 miles at 3 years old, RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION TCE AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2021 RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION 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 S EDITION 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 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION 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 S EDITION TCE AUTO
The RENAULT CAPTUR S EDITION 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:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-5%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-4%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-8%) from 68,639 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-3%) from 52,321 tests