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Renault Fluence buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Renault Fluence costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 78 for sale right now.
Used Renault Fluence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | €5,900 | 175k km | 27 |
| 2015 | €5,950 | 212k km | 14 |
| 2014 | €3,400 | 186k km | 5 |
| 2013 | €3,000 | 215k km | 11 |
| 2012 | €2,250 | 250k km | 9 |
| 2011 | €2,000 | 272k km | 8 |
Renault Fluence NCT pass rate
How often Renault Fluences 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 46% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 39% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 43% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 42% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 38% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 33% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 31% | 38% | |
| 2010 | 29% | 34% |
Most common reasons a 2015 Renault Fluence fails: brake test (rollers) (28.1% of tests, more than most cars), lights & electrics (26.2% of tests, more than most cars), steering & suspension (25.8% of tests, more than most cars), brakes (24.3% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Renault Fluence problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Big-end bearing failure + injectors (1.5 dCi) · €500–€2,500
Listen for a knock from the engine that rises with revs. Ask for oil change history: missed services kill these.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Diesel | ~250k km | ~€200 | 34 |
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 Fluence
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used Renault Fluence
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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