Hyundai Accent (2004)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 333 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,428

£202/month

MOT Pass Rate

65%

Below Avg

Road Tax

£275

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1599cc Petrol

Proceed With Caution

65% pass rate, £2,428/year to run. 17 points below average.

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Petrol1599cc22 years old333 tests79k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1599cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£700

Total per year£2,428

Per month£202/mo

Per week£47/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

65% MOT pass rate(Below Avg)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 17 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the Hyundai brand average of 83%.

65% of MOT tests on Hyundai Accents from 2004 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 20 years old. That's based on 333 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 78,676 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2004 models429th of 470(bottom 9%)

Rank among Hyundai models398th of 414(bottom 5%)

vs average of all models-17%(82% avg)

vs 2004 models average-7%(72% avg)

vs Hyundai average-18%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

78,676

Average miles

148,000

Expected for age

The average 2004 Hyundai Accent had 78,676 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 148,000 miles for a 20-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2007 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 74%, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 64%. The 2004 scores 65%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Hyundai Accent by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2009	77%	31	52,527 mi
2008	71%	207	83,267 mi
2007	74%	387	88,089 mi
2006	69%	379	86,132 mi
2005	67%	495	75,803 mi
2004	65%	333	78,676 mi
2003	69%	244	74,373 mi
2002	70%	433	73,052 mi
2001	64%	257	70,797 mi
2000	65%	187	71,449 mi
1999	66%	180	69,485 mi
1998	67%	158	76,667 mi
1997	65%	132	73,797 mi
1996	66%	58	70,183 mi

Similar Cars to Consider

Ford Focus

2006 · 1596cc Petrol

£2,228/year

73%

+8%

MINI

2005 · 1598cc Petrol

£2,228/year

71%

+6%

BMW 3 Series

2006 · 1796cc Petrol

£2,361/year

80%

+15%

Honda Jazz

2006 · 1339cc Petrol

£2,153/year

71%

+6%

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About the 2004 Hyundai Accent

The 2004 Hyundai Accent is a small family car. Our records list a 1599cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 333 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 9% of 2004 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 78,676 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Hyundai Accent owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2004 Hyundai Accent Fuel Costs

The 1599cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2004 Hyundai Accent?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,428 (£202/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 65% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

Hyundai Accent Reliability Trend

The Hyundai Accent has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2004 Hyundai Accent

At 22 years old, the Hyundai Accent is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2007 model has the highest pass rate at 74%.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Higher Than Average Failure Rate

Watch out

With a 65% MOT pass rate, this model fails more often than most. Budget for unexpected repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2004 Hyundai Accent stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Hyundai Accent(2004)	65%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,428
Ford Focus(2006)	73%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228-£200
MINI(2005)	71%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228-£200
BMW 3 Series(2006)	80%	£1,631	£325	Grp 18-32	£2,361-£67
Honda Jazz(2006)	71%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153-£275

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2004 Hyundai Accent

Is the 2004 Hyundai Accent reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. 65% of MOT tests on 2004 Hyundai Accents ended in a pass, from 333 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 17 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2004 Hyundai Accent cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,428 a year (£202 a month): £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT and £700 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2004 Hyundai Accent?

65% of 333 MOT tests on the 2004 Hyundai Accent ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 429th of 470 models first registered in 2004 (bottom 9%).

Which year Hyundai Accent has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2007 Hyundai Accent has the highest MOT pass rate at 74% and the 2001 the lowest at 64%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2004 Hyundai Accent?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2004 Hyundai Accent is 78,676 miles, which is below the expected 148,000 miles for a 20-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.