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HYUNDAI AMICA (2008)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,486 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

76%

Total Tests (2024)

1,486

Avg Mileage

64,130 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,540

Is the 2008 HYUNDAI AMICA reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the HYUNDAI brand average of 83%.

At 16 years old, 76% of HYUNDAI AMICAs from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,486 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 64,130 miles.

How does the 2008 HYUNDAI AMICA compare?

Rank among all 2008 cars303th out of 589(top 51%)
Rank among all HYUNDAI models278th out of 417(top 67%)
vs national average-6% (82% avg)
vs 2008 cars average+3% (73% avg)
vs HYUNDAI average-7% (83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2008 HYUNDAI AMICA has 64,130 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2008 HYUNDAI AMICA cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,540
Per month£128/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

HYUNDAI AMICA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200876%1,48664,130 mi
200773%3,59261,872 mi
200671%3,22862,873 mi
200367%3959,556 mi
200268%73861,027 mi
200172%64058,168 mi
200068%47265,185 mi

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About the 2008 HYUNDAI AMICA

The 2008 HYUNDAI AMICA is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 1,486 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2008, the average MOT pass rate is 73%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 64,130 miles at 16 years old, HYUNDAI AMICA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2008 HYUNDAI AMICA Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2008 HYUNDAI AMICA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,540 128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 76% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

HYUNDAI AMICA Reliability Trend

Newer HYUNDAI AMICAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2008 HYUNDAI AMICA

At 16 years old, the HYUNDAI AMICA 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.

Alternatives to the 2008 HYUNDAI AMICA

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