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Renault Megane buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Renault Megane costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 301 for sale right now.
Our take on the Renault Megane
A 2021 Renault Megane typically advertises at €16,950 and a 2016 one at €8,250, so it loses roughly 13% of its value a year at that age. At the NCT, the 2005–2021 cars fail more often than other cars the same year, so a fresh NCT is worth paying a little more for. The 1.5 diesel is the most common engine (75% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 250k km.
Check a Renault Megane's priceNCT pass rate by year
Used Renault Megane prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | €16,950 | 90k km | 22 |
| 2020 | €15,450 | 106k km | 23 |
| 2019 | €13,000 | 135k km | 49 |
| 2018 | €11,000 | 142k km | 46 |
| 2017 | €9,750 | 163k km | 57 |
| 2016 | €8,250 | 166k km | 19 |
| 2015 | €6,300 | 177k km | 21 |
| 2014 | €5,950 | 189k km | 8 |
| 2013 | €3,450 | 207k km | 9 |
| 2012 | €3,750 | 227k km | 11 |
| 2011 | €2,800 | 256k km | 10 |
| 2010 | €1,750 | 181k km | 11 |
Renault Megane NCT pass rate
How often Renault Meganes pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 70% | 80% | |
| 2020 | 70% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 72% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 61% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 57% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 43% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 35% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 36% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 33% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 32% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 30% | 38% | |
| 2010 | 27% | 34% | |
| 2009 | 29% | 31% | |
| 2007 | 25% | 31% | |
| 2005 | 22% | 28% |
Most common reasons a 2017 Renault Megane fails: lights & electrics (18.8% of tests, more than most cars), steering & suspension (11% of tests, more than most cars), wheels & tyres (10.3% of tests), wheel alignment (10.2% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Renault Megane problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Diesel | ~250k km | ~€200 | 96 |
| 1.3 Petrol | ~300k km | ~€280 | 18 |
| 1.6 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€200 | 8 |
| 1.6 Hybrid | ~300k km | ~€190 | 6 |
1.5 Diesel: usual problem: crankshaft bearings spin, especially if oil changes were stretched.
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Renault Megane
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming belt kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
Before you buy a used Renault Megane
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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