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

Based on MOT data from 373 vehicles, the 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech PHEV A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.1%, 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 PHEV 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 PHEV A (2021)

373 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.1% first-time pass rate

2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech PHEV A

CarHunch analysed 373 real MOT records for the 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech PHEV 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. 373 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2021 Renault Captur PHEV is a notably reliable prospect, with a 92.4% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well clear of the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects are rare, affecting just 5.9% of vehicles tested, so safety concerns are not a primary worry here.

At 22,672 miles median and 25,049 miles average, these cars are running low mileage for their age, which explains the strong pass rate and the very low failure rate of just 0.21 per vehicle. The 1.4 advisories per car suggest minor wear is starting to show in small areas, so when you're inspecting a used example, ask the dealer specifically about any advisories from its last MOT test to understand what may need attention in the next year.

The 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech PHEV A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.1% 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

93.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.21

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 15k–33k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.1% 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 373 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 373 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.9% 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 638 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech PHEV A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 29.5%

188

Blue 25.9%

165

Red 16%

102

White 13.5%

Orange 12.4%

Black 2.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech PHEV 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.

22,672

typical

15,234

low mileage

33,058

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech PHEV A vehicles fall between 15,234 and 33,058 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,234 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.

✓ 15,234–33,058 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Renault Captur S Edition E Tech PHEV As sit.

⚠ Over 44,628 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

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.21

Avg failures per vehicle

1.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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