2022 Seat Arona Fr Ecotsi S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,198 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Seat Arona Fr Ecotsi S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.4% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.6% | 55 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.9% | 47 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 22 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.3% | 15 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.1% | 13 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 34 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 22 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 11 |
| 4 | Washers | 9 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 7 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 18.3% | 219 |
| 2 | Tyres | 16.6% | 199 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.8% | 81 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.7% | 32 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.4% | 29 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.8% | 9 |
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 | 897 | 7.8% |
| 30-60k | 282 | 14.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32 | 3.1% |
| 2025 | 1,164 | 9.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Arona Fr Ecotsi S-A
Before buying a 2022 Seat Arona Fr Ecotsi S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.6% 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 (3.9% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.8% 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
How many 2022 Seat Arona Fr Ecotsi S-As pass their MOT?
90.4% of the 1,198 2022 Seat Arona Fr Ecotsi S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Seat Arona Fr Ecotsi S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 4.6% of tests, followed by brakes (3.9%).
Does the 2022 Arona Fr Ecotsi S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.8% in the 0-30k band to 14.5% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,198 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.