Renault Megane MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Renault Megane. Check any Megane by registration number below.

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73.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.3%

vs Renault Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Renault Megane — MOT Reliability Overview

The Renault Megane has an average MOT pass rate of 73.2%, which is 8.3 percentage points below the Renault brand average of 81.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Megane on the road.

The most common reasons a Renault Megane fails its MOT are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play. If you are preparing your Megane for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Typical mileage for the Megane is around 38,000 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used Megane, compare the odometer reading against these benchmarks. Significantly lower mileage than expected could indicate a clocked vehicle — run a free mileage check to verify.

Before buying a used Renault Megane, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Renault Megane performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 240 vehicles

98.8%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.7%

Retest Rate

16.1%

Mileage at 3yr

76k mi

2021

Based on 1,141 vehicles

86.3%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

13.0%

Mileage at 3yr

50k mi

2020

Based on 3,248 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

13.5%

Mileage at 3yr

48k mi

Mileage at 5yr

73k mi

2019

Based on 6,804 vehicles

84.5%Good

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

14.9%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

Mileage at 5yr

66k mi

2018

Based on 5,131 vehicles

84.1%Good

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

15.5%

Mileage at 5yr

71k mi

2017

Based on 12,130 vehicles

80.5%Good

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

20.2%

Mileage at 5yr

82k mi

2016

Based on 12,065 vehicles

76.8%Good

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

24.6%

2015

Based on 16,050 vehicles

68.4%Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

31.1%

Mileage at 10yr

143k mi

2014

Based on 17,132 vehicles

60.3%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

38.9%

Mileage at 10yr

142k mi

2013

Based on 17,670 vehicles

61.0%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

38.1%

Mileage at 10yr

143k mi

2012

Based on 22,185 vehicles

60.7%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

37.3%

Mileage at 10yr

152k mi

2011

Based on 32,467 vehicles

58.8%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.1%

Retest Rate

39.2%

2010

Based on 39,664 vehicles

57.4%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

38.6%

2009

Based on 24,152 vehicles

59.1%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

34.9%

2008

Based on 14,793 vehicles

56.6%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

38.3%

2007

Based on 16,384 vehicles

56.9%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.5%

Retest Rate

35.2%

2006

Based on 9,807 vehicles

55.9%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.6%

Retest Rate

34.5%

2005

Based on 6,052 vehicles

56.3%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.4%

Retest Rate

37.1%

2004

Based on 25,560 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

33.9%

Mileage at 5yr

105k mi

Mileage at 10yr

157k mi

2003

Based on 24,293 vehicles

90.4%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

31.2%

Mileage at 5yr

103k mi

Mileage at 10yr

151k mi

2002

Based on 23,497 vehicles

89.2%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

32.8%

Mileage at 10yr

150k mi

2001

Based on 22,663 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

30.6%

Mileage at 10yr

146k mi

2000

Based on 28,400 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.2%

Retest Rate

29.4%

Mileage at 10yr

138k mi

1999

Based on 31,057 vehicles

89.7%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

29.1%

Mileage at 10yr

135k mi

1998

Based on 55,000 vehicles

0.8%Poor

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

0.2%

Mileage at 3yr

22k mi

Mileage at 5yr

38k mi

Mileage at 10yr

72k mi

1997

Based on 25,188 vehicles

87.2%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

21.4%

1996

Based on 24,896 vehicles

86.2%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

17.2%

1995

Based on 3,906 vehicles

87.0%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

0

Based on 157,610 vehicles

71.0%Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Mileage at 5yr

91k mi

Top MOT Failures — Renault Megane

The most common reasons a Renault Megane fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

15.3%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

4.7%

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

4.3%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.6%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.5%

Renault Megane Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

18.2%

Rear Nearside

12.1%

Rear Offside

9.1%

Typical Mileage — Renault Megane

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 1998 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used Megane.

At 3 Years

22,000

miles

At 5 Years

38,000

miles

At 10 Years

72,000

miles

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Renault Megane

Renault Megane — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Renault Megane MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault Megane?

The average MOT pass rate for the Renault Megane is 73.2% compared to the Renault average of 81.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Renault Megane?

The most common MOT failures on the Renault Megane are: Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (15.3%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (4.7%), A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (4.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Renault Megane reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 73.2%, the Renault Megane is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Renault Megane?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Renault Megane?

Typical mileage for the Renault Megane: 75,746 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Megane to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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