Renault Arkana S E- Hev A MOT pass rate & common failures
The Renault Arkana S E- Hev A appears in 2,416 MOT tests spanning model years 2021–2023, and 91.4% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (8.3% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Its most common failure areas are visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — visibility (5.8%) 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 167 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 7.0% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 15.4% once past 60-90k — 2.2× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 25.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
By model year
Every Arkana S E- Hev A model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 733 | 91.4% | 8.6% | Visibility |
| 2022 | 1,641 | 91.5% | 8.5% | Visibility |
| 2023 | 42 | 90.5% | 9.5% | Tyres |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.8% | 141 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.5% | 109 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 20 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 19 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 10 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.4% | 10 |
| 7 | Suspension | 0.3% | 8 |
| 8 | Other defects | 0.1% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 167 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 34 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 27 |
| 4 | Washers | 22 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 14 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 10 |
| 7 | Brake discs | 8 |
| 8 | Registration plates | 5 |
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 | 25.8% | 622 |
| 2 | Other defects | 7.5% | 181 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.5% | 134 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.5% | 108 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 19 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 14 |
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 | 1,578 | 7.0% |
| 30-60k | 767 | 10.9% |
| 60-90k | 52 | 15.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 413 | 7.0% |
| 2025 | 1,993 | 8.9% |
What to check before buying a Renault Arkana S E- Hev A
- Visibility (5.8% 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 (0.8% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault Arkana S E- Hev A?
91.4% of the 2,416 Renault Arkana S E- Hev A MOT tests in this dataset passed, an 8.6% fail rate, across model years 2021–2023.
What does the Renault Arkana S E- Hev A most often fail its MOT on?
Visibility, recorded in 5.8% of tests, then tyres (4.5%).
How much does mileage affect Arkana S E- Hev A MOT results?
Fail rates run at 7.0% for cars in the 0-30k band and 15.4% for 60-90k, a 8.3-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,416 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.