Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev MOT pass rate & common failures
Across 3 model years and 1,129 tests, the Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev passes its MOT 91.3% of the time. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (8.2% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Its most common failure areas are visibility, tyres and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — visibility (4.7%) and tyres (4.1%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, tread depth and headlamp aim — wipers alone was recorded 63 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the Arkana Iconic E- Hev fails 8.5% of the time in the 0-30k band and 10.6% at 60-90k, a spread of only 2.1 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 29.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
By model year
Every Arkana Iconic E- Hev model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 233 | 93.1% | 6.9% | Tyres |
| 2022 | 871 | 90.6% | 9.4% | Visibility |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.7% | 53 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.1% | 46 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.4% | 16 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 14 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 7 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 2 |
| 7 | Steering | 0.2% | 2 |
| 8 | Emissions & environmental | 0.1% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 63 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 25 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 12 |
| 4 | Washers | 11 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 7 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 7 |
| 7 | Coil spring | 5 |
| 8 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 3 |
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 | 29.0% | 327 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.7% | 76 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.4% | 72 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.4% | 61 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.1% | 13 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.5% | 6 |
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 | 718 | 8.5% |
| 30-60k | 355 | 8.7% |
| 60-90k | 47 | 10.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 160 | 8.1% |
| 2025 | 960 | 8.8% |
What to check before buying a Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev
- Visibility (4.7% 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.
- Tyres (4.1% 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.
- Brakes (1.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev?
91.3% of the 1,129 Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev MOT tests in this dataset passed, an 8.7% fail rate, across model years 2021–2023.
What does the Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev most often fail its MOT on?
Visibility, recorded in 4.7% of tests, then tyres (4.1%).
How much does mileage affect Arkana Iconic E- Hev MOT results?
Fail rates run at 8.5% for cars in the 0-30k band and 10.6% for 60-90k, a 2.1-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,129 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.