Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Renault Captur SE 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 2022 Renault Captur SE 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 2022 Renault Captur SE 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 2022 Renault Captur SE Edition E Tech HEV A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 365 vehicles, the 2022 Renault Captur SE Edition E Tech HEV A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.3%, 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 SE 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 SE Edition E Tech HEV A (2022)

365 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.3% first-time pass rate

2022 Renault Captur SE Edition E Tech HEV A

CarHunch analysed 365 real MOT records for the 2022 Renault Captur SE 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. 365 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 Renault Captur SE Edition E-Tech HEV A is significantly more reliable than the UK average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.2% compared to 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 4.9% of vehicles. This hybrid is a solid performer so far, with almost no failures (0.1 per vehicle) and minimal advisories (0.7 per vehicle).

These cars are still young with median mileage around 18,500, so you're not seeing the wear that emerges over time—but the low failure count is genuinely encouraging. Check the service history carefully and have any advisory items (mainly minor wear) addressed before they escalate, but this model shows early signs of being dependable over the long haul.

The 2022 Renault Captur SE Edition E Tech HEV A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.3% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.1

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

19k

Middle half: 12k–25k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 365 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 365 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.9% 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 →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 367 Renault Captur SE Edition E Tech HEV A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 30.5%

112

Blue 25.3%

Red 16.9%

White 14.2%

Orange 7.6%

Black 5.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Renault Captur SE 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.

18,501

typical

12,381

low mileage

25,190

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Renault Captur SE Edition E Tech HEV A vehicles fall between 12,381 and 25,190 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,381 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.

✓ 12,381–25,190 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Renault Captur SE Edition E Tech HEV As sit.

⚠ Over 34,006 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

0.1

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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