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Renault Arkana buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Renault Arkana costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 344 for sale right now.
Used Renault Arkana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | €29,750 | 56k km | 82 |
| 2024 | €27,450 | 46k km | 81 |
| 2023 | €24,750 | 57k km | 112 |
| 2022 | €23,900 | 73k km | 52 |
| 2021 | €20,000 | 84k km | 17 |
Renault Arkana NCT pass rate
How often Renault Arkanas pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 70% | 80% | |
| 2021 | 86% | 80% |
Most common reasons a 2023 Renault Arkana fails: brakes (9.4% of tests, more than most cars), shock absorbers (9.4% of tests, more than most cars), brake test (rollers) (9.4% of tests, more than most cars), safety equipment (3.8% of tests).
Common Renault Arkana 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.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 Petrol | ~300k km | ~€280 | 126 |
| 1.6 Petrol | ~300k km | ~€390 | 70 |
| 1.6 Hybrid | ~300k km | ~€190 | 67 |
| 1.3 Hybrid | ~300k km | ~€190 | 35 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Renault Arkana
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Before you buy a used Renault Arkana
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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