Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI reliable?

Based on MOT data from 159 vehicles, the 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Captur Iconic DCI (2021)

159 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.2% first-time pass rate

2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI

CarHunch analysed 159 real MOT records for the 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2021 Renault Captur Iconic dCi is noticeably more reliable than average, with a 90.1% first-time MOT pass rate compared to the UK average of 80%, and only 8.2% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect—well below concern levels. The diesel engine has proven dependable in this cohort.

At just over 28,000 miles median mileage for a three-year-old car, these are lightly used examples, which partly explains the strong pass performance. The low failure rate (0.3 per vehicle) combined with modest advisories (1.7 per vehicle) suggests straightforward maintenance costs ahead, so prioritise a full service history and have a trusted mechanic inspect the DPF and fuel injectors, which are common weak points on diesel Capturs as they age.

We have limited data for the 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

8.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.3

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

28k

Middle half: 20k–38k

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These stats describe 159 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 159 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 8.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

28,063

typical

19,619

low mileage

38,197

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI vehicles fall between 19,619 and 38,197 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 19,619 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 19,619–38,197 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCIs sit.

⚠ Over 51,565 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI — Still on the Road

Almost all 2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCIs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 147 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.3

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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