2013 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · YB13 OLW
2013 Renault Megane (1.5L, diesel). First registered 29 Jun 2013. Recorded mileage 96,556 miles. MOT valid until 04 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT MEGANE
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,556 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YB13 OLW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2026
- 96,556 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YB13 OLW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Renault Megane (YB13 OLW) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
YB13 OLW Mileage History
- 19/07/202383,347 mi
- 02/08/202489,939 mi+6,592 mi
- 15/07/202593,808 mi+3,869 mi
- 15/07/202593,808 mi
- 10/07/202696,556 mi+2,748 mi
Average of roughly 4,440 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2013 Renault Megane diesel is a usable older family hatchback but demands caution due to a recent MOT failure and recurring wear items. Budget for immediate suspension and tyre work if you proceed with the purchase.
Use the July 2025 MOT failure as a negotiation lever: the vehicle failed on a fractured nearside rear coil spring, and the same test noted tyres worn close to the limit, a front wheel bearing with play, and an anti-roll bar ball joint with slight play. Confirm with the seller that all failure items were properly repaired before the pass certificate was issued days later. Inspect the service history for evidence of regular oil changes and timing belt replacement, as the 1.5 dCi diesel is sensitive to neglected maintenance. Given the repeated corrosion advisories across multiple years, ask whether underseal treatment has ever been applied.
As a 1461cc diesel registered in June 2013, this Megane will fall into a lower road tax band than equivalent petrols, though exact rates depend on CO2 figures not provided. Insurance groups for the 2013 Megane diesel are typically modest, keeping premiums reasonable for a car of this age. Routine maintenance such as tyres, brake discs and suspension bushes will be the main outgoing given the MOT pattern; we estimate total annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance and typical maintenance at £900-£1,200.
The July 2025 failure recorded a nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken, so physically check both rear springs for cracks or previous replacement marks. The 2026 MOT notes front brake discs worn and pitted on inner faces and both rear Macpherson struts corroded but not seriously weakened, so inspect disc condition and strut bodies closely. Prior advisories flagged nearside front tyre on edge, slight wheel bearing play, anti-roll bar linkage play and shock absorber casing damage, so verify tyre tread depth, wheel bearing tightness and shock condition before purchase.
The black 2013 Renault Megane 1.5 dCi (YB13OLW) has covered 96,556 miles as of its July 2026 MOT, which is broadly typical for a 13-year-old diesel. Its history shows one failure in July 2025 for a broken nearside rear coil spring, alongside repeated advisories for tyres, wheel bearings, brake discs and corrosion. No model-level reliability statistics are available, so assessment rests solely on this vehicle's own MOT record, which indicates an ageing car with manageable but accumulating faults.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Renault Megane, so this assessment is based solely on the individual history of YB13OLW.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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