2021 Renault Arkana S E- Hev A — MOT failures & pass rate
733 MOT tests on the 2021 Renault Arkana S E- Hev A are in this dataset, and 91.4% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (8.7% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in visibility, tyres and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — visibility (4.9%) 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 track rod end — wipers alone was recorded 43 times.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 25.0% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.9% | 36 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.1% | 30 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.4% | 10 |
| 4 | Steering | 0.8% | 6 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 5 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 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 | 43 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 11 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 7 |
| 4 | Brake discs | 6 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 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 | 25.0% | 183 |
| 2 | Other defects | 7.1% | 52 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.7% | 42 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.4% | 25 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 7 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.8% | 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 | 465 | 7.3% |
| 30-60k | 253 | 10.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 354 | 7.3% |
| 2025 | 379 | 9.8% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Arkana S E- Hev A
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: visibility accounted for 4.9% of tests. Start there.
- Visibility (4.9% 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
How many 2021 Renault Arkana S E- Hev As pass their MOT?
91.4% of the 733 2021 Renault Arkana S E- Hev A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Renault Arkana S E- Hev A?
Visibility, recorded in 4.9% of tests, followed by tyres (4.1%).
Does the 2021 Arkana S E- Hev A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.3% in the 0-30k band to 10.3% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 733 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.