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RENAULT MEGANE (2013)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 14,134 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

71%

Total Tests (2024)

14,134

Avg Mileage

94,541 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,595

Is the 2013 RENAULT MEGANE reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 11 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 11 years old, 71% of RENAULT MEGANEs from 2013 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 14,134 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 94,541 miles.

How does the 2013 RENAULT MEGANE compare?

Rank among all 2013 cars595th out of 626(top 95%)
Rank among all RENAULT models440th out of 636(top 69%)
vs national average-11% (82% avg)
vs 2013 cars average-9% (80% avg)
vs RENAULT average-9% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2013 RENAULT MEGANE has 94,541 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a RENAULT MEGANE?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 66%. The 2013 sits between the two at 71%.

How much does a 2013 RENAULT MEGANE cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1461cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,595
Per month£133/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

RENAULT MEGANE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202286%3648,492 mi
202187%1,28632,847 mi
202088%2,52639,612 mi
201987%4,88342,735 mi
201886%3,61350,742 mi
201783%8,84961,637 mi
201680%8,94168,131 mi
201576%12,40681,732 mi
201471%13,72889,656 mi
201371%14,13494,541 mi
201271%17,649100,114 mi
201170%25,760102,094 mi
201069%31,167106,119 mi
200971%19,161108,465 mi
200868%11,102102,196 mi
200768%12,02999,693 mi
200667%6,822100,922 mi
200567%4,21297,221 mi
200466%2,138100,225 mi
200371%1,47697,801 mi
200271%2,64694,998 mi
200173%1,73195,603 mi
200071%72692,251 mi
199974%39080,794 mi
199873%24678,962 mi
199776%15382,236 mi
199685%3458,237 mi

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About the 2013 RENAULT MEGANE

The 2013 RENAULT MEGANE is a small family car with a 1461cc diesel engine. 14,134 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 95% of 2013 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 94,541 miles at 11 years old, RENAULT MEGANE owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2013 RENAULT MEGANE Fuel Costs

The 1461cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2013 RENAULT MEGANE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,595 (£133/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 71% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

RENAULT MEGANE Reliability Trend

Newer RENAULT MEGANEs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2013 RENAULT MEGANE

At 11 years old, the RENAULT MEGANE is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 88%. With 14,134 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2013 RENAULT MEGANE

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: