2021 Renault Captur Iconic DCI Auto 1.5L Diesel · LL21 DXT

The most recent official DVSA MOT test for this 2021 Renault Captur Iconic dCi Auto was conducted on 5 September 2025, resulting in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. The previous test on 27 June 2024 also returned a clean pass, indicating that the vehicle has maintained a consistent pass standard across two consecutive annual examinations with no advisory items, minor defects, or failures logged against it. In the absence of any recorded advisories relating to tyre wear, brake condition, suspension components, exhaust integrity, or corrosion, the documented trend points toward stable maintenance and a vehicle that has been kept in good roadworthy condition through its early life. This clean record is reassuring, though it should be noted that MOT testing only assesses the condition of components on the day of inspection and does not necessarily reflect long-term wear patterns or the quality of routine servicing carried out between tests. With 33,874 miles recorded over approximately five years of age, this Captur has covered an average of around 6,775 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a privately used vehicle of this type and falls within the expected annual mileage band for a family crossover. The usage pattern does not suggest any prolonged periods of standing or storage, which would otherwise raise concerns about brake disc corrosion, perished rubber components, battery degradation, or fluid deterioration from lack of use. Equally, the mileage is not high enough to indicate the kind of accelerated wear that might be expected on dual-clutch automatic gearboxes, turbochargers, or clutch-related components, though it is worth noting that the EDC dual-clutch transmission fitted to this model can be susceptible to mechatronic and clutch wear issues regardless of mileage if subjected to frequent stop-start urban driving or towing. A continuous service history with regular oil and filter changes at intervals appropriate for the dCi diesel engine would be expected given this usage profile. Given the absence of any recorded MOT advisories or defects, a prospective buyer should place particular emphasis on age-related deterioration that an MOT may not fully capture. Tyres fitted to a five-year-old car should be carefully inspected for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and a premature replacement set may be due soon. The 12V battery should be checked for its state of health and date of manufacture, as batteries typically require replacement every four to six years and a failing unit can produce intermittent electrical faults. Brake discs, despite showing no recorded wear at test, should be examined for any surface corrosion or lipping from regular use, and the brake fluid should be replaced if it has not been changed within the last two years due to its hygroscopic nature, which can lead to reduced boiling points under heavy braking. On a test drive, attention should be paid to the behaviour of the dual-clutch automatic transmission, ensuring smooth and prompt gear changes without hesitation, juddering, or excessive creep at low speeds, as these can be early indicators of clutch or mechatronic unit wear in the EDC system. The diesel engine should be observed for any excessive smoke from the exhaust on start-up or under load, unusual knocking or timing chain rattle from the front of the engine on cold starts, and any evidence of oil or coolant leaks around the turbocharger and intercooler pipework. The suspension should be tested over uneven road surfaces for any knocking, clonking, or wandering behaviour indicative of worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or coil springs, while the steering should remain direct and free from vibration. Finally, verifying a complete service book history, confirming the timing belt replacement interval for the dCi engine if applicable to its specification, and ensuring that any software updates for the transmission control unit have been carried out by a Renault dealer will provide further reassurance of the vehicle's long-term mechanical integrity.