Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto?

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 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto?

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 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto?

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 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 450 vehicles, the 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.4%, 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 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto?

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 RS Line E Tech HEV Auto (2022)

450 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.4% first-time pass rate

2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 450 real MOT records for the 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 450 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This Captur hybrid is a notably reliable performer, with a 94.1% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and the 5.3% dangerous defect rate is reassuringly low, suggesting buyers won't encounter structural or safety concerns. The average mileage of around 21,700 miles is spot-on for a two-year-old car, and the minimal failure rate of just 0.09 per vehicle tells you these are mechanically sound at MOT time.

Most owners will face minor advisory work (0.8 per vehicle on average) rather than serious repair bills, which is typical wear for a vehicle this age. When shopping, prioritise full service history and a pre-purchase inspection of the hybrid battery system—this model's real-world reliability depends on whether the powertrain has been properly maintained from new.

The 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

95.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.09

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

19k

Middle half: 13k–28k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 450 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 450 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.3% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 502 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 24.7%

124

Blue 23.9%

120

Red 18.1%

White 16.1%

Orange 9%

Black 8.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto 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.

19,475

typical

12,781

low mileage

27,959

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Auto vehicles fall between 12,781 and 27,959 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,781 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.

✓ 12,781–27,959 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Renault Captur RS Line E Tech HEV Autos sit.

⚠ Over 37,744 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.09

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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