2022 Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 871 MOT tests, the 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev recorded a 90.6% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 8.1% of the time, so this is 1.3pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — visibility (5.5%) and tyres (4.5%) 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 58 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 Arkana Iconic E- Hev fails 8.8% of the time in the 0-30k band and 11.8% at 60-90k, a spread of only 3.0 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 29.3% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.5% | 48 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.5% | 39 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 11 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 10 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 6 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 58 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 23 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 4 | Washers | 9 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 6 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 4 |
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 | 29.3% | 255 |
| 2 | Other defects | 6.4% | 56 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.2% | 54 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.2% | 54 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 8 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.6% | 5 |
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 | 568 | 8.8% |
| 30-60k | 264 | 10.2% |
| 60-90k | 34 | 11.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35 | 8.6% |
| 2025 | 832 | 9.5% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Arkana Iconic E- Hev
On a 2022 Arkana Iconic E- Hev, visibility is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Visibility (5.5% 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 (4.5% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 Arkana Iconic E- Hevs pass their MOT?
90.6% of the 871 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic E- Hev?
Visibility, recorded in 5.5% of tests, followed by tyres (4.5%).
Does the 2022 Arkana Iconic E- Hev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.8% in the 0-30k band to 11.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 871 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.