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RENAULT MEGANE (2022)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 36 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

86%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1300cc Petrol

Solid Option

86% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1300cc4 years old36 tests48k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1300cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

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

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Reliability Verdict

86% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 4 years old, 86% of RENAULT MEGANEs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 48,492 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2022 cars1002th of 1,059(top 95%)
Rank among RENAULT models237th of 636(top 37%)
vs national average+4%(82% avg)
vs 2022 cars average-8%(94% avg)
vs RENAULT average+6%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

48,492

Average miles

vs

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2022 RENAULT MEGANE has 48,492 miles on the clock, which is well above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 66%. The 2022 sits between the two at 86%.

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 2022 RENAULT MEGANE

The 2022 RENAULT MEGANE is a small family car with a 1300cc petrol engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 95% of 2022 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 48,492 miles at 4 years old, RENAULT MEGANE owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2022 RENAULT MEGANE Fuel Costs

The 1300cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2022 RENAULT MEGANE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% 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 2022 RENAULT MEGANE

At 4 years old, the RENAULT MEGANE offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 88%. Note: with only 36 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2022 RENAULT MEGANE's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2022 RENAULT MEGANE stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
RENAULT MEGANE(2022)86%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
NISSAN QASHQAI(2020)93%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£155
MINI COOPER(2020)93%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£155
FORD FIESTA(2020)91%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£337
AUDI Q2(2020)94%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£337

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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