RENAULT MEGANE (2014)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 13,728 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
71%
Total Tests (2024)
13,728
Avg Mileage
89,656 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,540
Is the 2014 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 10 years old, 71% of RENAULT MEGANEs from 2014 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 13,728 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 89,656 miles.
How does the 2014 RENAULT MEGANE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2014 RENAULT MEGANE has 89,656 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 74,000 miles for a 10-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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 2014 sits between the two at 71%.
How much does a 2014 RENAULT MEGANE cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
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
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 86% | 36 | 48,492 mi |
| 2021 | 87% | 1,286 | 32,847 mi |
| 2020 | 88% | 2,526 | 39,612 mi |
| 2019 | 87% | 4,883 | 42,735 mi |
| 2018 | 86% | 3,613 | 50,742 mi |
| 2017 | 83% | 8,849 | 61,637 mi |
| 2016 | 80% | 8,941 | 68,131 mi |
| 2015 | 76% | 12,406 | 81,732 mi |
| 2014 | 71% | 13,728 | 89,656 mi |
| 2013 | 71% | 14,134 | 94,541 mi |
| 2012 | 71% | 17,649 | 100,114 mi |
| 2011 | 70% | 25,760 | 102,094 mi |
| 2010 | 69% | 31,167 | 106,119 mi |
| 2009 | 71% | 19,161 | 108,465 mi |
| 2008 | 68% | 11,102 | 102,196 mi |
| 2007 | 68% | 12,029 | 99,693 mi |
| 2006 | 67% | 6,822 | 100,922 mi |
| 2005 | 67% | 4,212 | 97,221 mi |
| 2004 | 66% | 2,138 | 100,225 mi |
| 2003 | 71% | 1,476 | 97,801 mi |
| 2002 | 71% | 2,646 | 94,998 mi |
| 2001 | 73% | 1,731 | 95,603 mi |
| 2000 | 71% | 726 | 92,251 mi |
| 1999 | 74% | 390 | 80,794 mi |
| 1998 | 73% | 246 | 78,962 mi |
| 1997 | 76% | 153 | 82,236 mi |
| 1996 | 85% | 34 | 58,237 mi |
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About the 2014 RENAULT MEGANE
The 2014 RENAULT MEGANE is a city car with a 1198cc petrol engine. 13,728 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 96% of 2014 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 89,656 miles at 10 years old, RENAULT MEGANE owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2014 RENAULT MEGANE Fuel Costs
The modest 1198cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2014 RENAULT MEGANE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,540 (£128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 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 2014 RENAULT MEGANE
At 10 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 13,728 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2014 RENAULT MEGANE
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2015) 81% pass rate (+10%) from 225,575 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2015) 78% pass rate (+7%) from 160,438 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2013) 78% pass rate (+7%) from 132,292 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2016) 83% pass rate (+12%) from 99,081 tests