Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech HEV A?

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 S Edition E Tech HEV A?

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 S Edition E Tech HEV A?

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 S Edition E Tech HEV A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 315 vehicles, the 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech HEV A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95%, 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 S Edition E Tech HEV A?

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 S Edition E Tech HEV A (2021)

315 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95% first-time pass rate

2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech HEV A

CarHunch analysed 315 real MOT records for the 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech HEV A. 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. 315 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This Captur hybrid is a genuinely reliable proposition, with a 94.7% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare at just 5.7%. The low failure count of 0.15 per vehicle suggests these cars are mechanically sound when tested.

At an average mileage of 22,377 miles for a three-year-old car, these examples have been used normally, and the modest advisory rate of 1.5 per vehicle points to minor wear rather than systemic problems. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is still sensible, but the MOT data backs this as a solid, low-hassle ownership prospect.

The 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech HEV A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95% 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%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.15

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 15k–28k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 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 315 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 315 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.7% 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 410 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech HEV A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 28.5%

117

Blue 22.4%

Orange 18.5%

Grey 17.6%

White 11.7%

Black 1.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech HEV A 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.

20,711

typical

15,363

low mileage

28,009

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech HEV A vehicles fall between 15,363 and 28,009 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,363 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.

✓ 15,363–28,009 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech HEV As sit.

⚠ Over 37,812 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

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.15

Avg failures per vehicle

1.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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