Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 212 vehicles, the 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto (2022)

212 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.6% first-time pass rate

2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 212 real MOT records for the 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Renault Arkana has a first-time pass rate of 89.5%, which is a solid 9.5 percentage points above the UK average of 80%, suggesting it's a reliable choice so far in its life. Dangerous defects are uncommon at 7.1%, well below the warning threshold, so structural and safety issues aren't a concern for most owners.

At just over 23,000 miles median mileage, these cars are still relatively young and low-mileage, which partly explains the strong pass rate. The average owner encounters only 0.18 failures and 1.2 minor advisories per test, meaning most go through without needing repairs—but if you're buying used, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the routine stuff (tyres, brakes, fluid levels) rather than expecting hidden structural problems.

We have limited data for the 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.18

Over 1.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 17k–30k

For context

These stats describe 212 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 212 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	209	91.5%	0.18

Colour Breakdown

Based on 345 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 30.1%

104

Grey 20%

White 19.7%

Blue 16.8%

Red 13.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

23,116

typical

16,588

low mileage

30,039

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 16,588 and 30,039 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 16,588 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 16,588–30,039 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Autos sit.

⚠ Over 40,552 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.18

Avg failures per vehicle

1.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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