2021 Renault Arkana Rs Line E- Hev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,280 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Renault Arkana Rs Line E- Hev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 91.9% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.1% in the 60-90k group versus 7.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.3% | 55 |
| 2 | Visibility | 4.3% | 55 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.5% | 19 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 11 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 56 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 19 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 12 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 9 |
| 6 | Washers | 9 |
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 | 21.2% | 271 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.6% | 84 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.8% | 74 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.8% | 48 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.2% | 15 |
| 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 | 780 | 7.2% |
| 30-60k | 465 | 9.0% |
| 60-90k | 31 | 16.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 628 | 7.5% |
| 2025 | 647 | 8.8% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Arkana Rs Line E- Hev Auto
Before buying a 2021 Renault Arkana Rs Line E- Hev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.3% 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.
- Visibility (4.3% 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.
- Brakes (1.5% 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 Rs Line E- Hev Autos pass their MOT?
91.9% of the 1,280 2021 Renault Arkana Rs Line E- Hev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Renault Arkana Rs Line E- Hev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by visibility (4.3%).
Does the 2021 Arkana Rs Line E- Hev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.2% in the 0-30k band to 16.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,280 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.