MOT failure rate and common problems for the Ariel E, and how to check your own car by registration.
Updated 05 September 2026.
Ariel E MOT failure rate
What a Ariel E fails its MOT on, and the part that fixes each.
What it fails on, and why
Steering faults are typically worn track-rod ends or ball joints, play in the rack, or a split gaiter letting grease out and dirt in. Excessive free play at the wheel fails.
This covers a range of smaller items, from a non-working horn to a warning light left on.
Structural failures are corrosion in load-bearing areas, sharp edges, or insecure panels. These are inspection-and-welding jobs rather than a simple bolt-on part, so weigh them against the value of the car.
Brake failures cover worn pads and discs, an imbalance between wheels, corroded or scored discs, or a binding caliper. Braking efficiency is measured on a rolling road, so a spongy or pulling brake shows up as a low reading.
The parts that fix each
If your car has just failed, you have 10 working days to fix the items and get a free partial retest. Confirm the exact fitment against your registration or VIN before buying.
Other models
Questions and answers
What is the MOT failure rate of the Ariel E?
It fails 3.7% of its MOT tests across the DVSA record, from 54 tests.
What do these cars fail their MOT on most?
The most common failure area is steering, at 50.0% of this model's failures.