2022 Renault Megane — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,487 MOT tests, the 2022 Renault Megane recorded an 86.2% pass rate. Small family cars of a similar age fail 7.9% of the time, so this is 5.8pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in tyres, steering and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 7.1% of tests against 4.0% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, wipers and tread depth — track rod end alone was recorded 66 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 Megane fails 11.9% of the time in the 0-30k band and 14.3% at 60-90k, a spread of only 2.4 points.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 22.8% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.1% | 105 |
| 2 | Steering | 4.0% | 59 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.1% | 46 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 18 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.1% | 16 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.7% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 66 |
| 2 | Wipers | 37 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 17 |
| 4 | Washers | 15 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 15 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 14 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.8% | 339 |
| 2 | Other defects | 6.1% | 91 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.2% | 63 |
| 4 | Road wheels | 3.8% | 57 |
| 5 | Brakes | 3.6% | 54 |
| 6 | Suspension | 2.6% | 39 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,042 | 11.9% |
| 30-60k | 352 | 19.3% |
| 60-90k | 77 | 14.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electric | 1,231 | 13.8% |
| Diesel | 128 | 15.6% |
| Hybrid | 100 | 13.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 39 | 12.8% |
| 2025 | 1,445 | 13.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Megane
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 7.1% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (7.1% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Steering (4.0% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
- Visibility (3.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Renault Meganes pass their MOT?
86.2% of the 1,487 2022 Renault Megane MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Renault Megane?
Tyres, recorded in 7.1% of tests, followed by steering (4.0%).
Does the 2022 Megane get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.9% in the 0-30k band to 14.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,487 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.