Renault Captur: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was recorded as a failure area in 5.7% of Renault Captur MOT tests — 47,189 tests out of 822,102. It shows up most on 2013 and 2014 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 38,490 | 17.2% |
| 2014 | 114,756 | 10.4% |
| 2015 | 139,709 | 9.3% |
| 2016 | 140,404 | 5.9% |
| 2017 | 109,002 | 3.2% |
| 2018 | 116,251 | 1.9% |
| 2019 | 88,601 | 1.1% |
| 2020 | 43,222 | 1.7% |
| 2021 | 21,339 | 0.5% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.